An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team at Wayfield Primary School, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting outstanding teaching and learning across the school.

As a key member of our staff team, you will help pupils develop as confident, independent learners by keeping them focused, engaged, and eager to succeed. Your role will include explaining tasks and concepts clearly, supporting a wide range of classroom and whole‑school activities, and delivering high-quality learning experiences. You will work with individual pupils and small groups to provide targeted support, contribute to planning, and assist in maintaining purposeful and well-managed learning environments.

You will complement and enhance the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities. This may include planning, preparing, and delivering lessons, monitoring and assessing pupil progress, maintaining accurate records, and reporting on children’s development. You will also lead the class when required, ensuring continuity of learning and upholding high expectations.

Collaboration with teachers and specialist staff will be central to your role, particularly when developing and implementing individualised support plans for pupils with special educational needs. Above all, you will contribute to creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child is valued, supported, and able to thrive.

About You

You will be deeply committed to education and to helping children achieve their very best. Enthusiastic, organised, and self‑motivated, you will bring energy, creativity, and professionalism to all aspects of your work.

You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, appropriate relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues. High standards of numeracy and literacy are essential, as is a passion for making learning engaging and accessible for all children. You will also be adaptable, able to respond to the varied needs of pupils across the primary age range.

Confidentiality and professionalism are key to this role, as is a commitment to your own development. Ideally, you will hold an NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, HLTA status, or equivalent, or be willing to work towards this. Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs is highly desirable.

About Us

We are proud to offer:

• A Trust focused solely on Primary education, committed to high-quality professional learning and development.
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities include access to professional qualifications
• Access to a comprehensive employee assistance programme, including GP and nursing services, physiotherapy and face-to-face counselling
• Access to a local government scheme and enhanced benefits, including maternity and sickness absence.
• An ambitious leadership team and dedicated, professional staff.
• Motivated, happy children who are eager to learn.
• Excellent resources and vibrant teaching environments.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this position and would like a conversation or a visit to the school before applying, please contact us—we will happily provide all the information you need.

When ready to apply, please complete the application form via MyNewTerm. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be informed of shortlisting outcomes, and references for shortlisted candidates may be requested prior to interview.

If you experience difficulties using MyNewTerm, please contact the People Team at pftpeople@theprimaryfirsttrust.co.uk.

Please note: if a suitable candidate is identified, interviews may take place before the advertised closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Safer Recruitment, Inclusion & Diversity

The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding, Prevent, and promoting the welfare of pupils. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, health clearance, online checks, a probationary period, and satisfactory references.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse organisation where everyone feels valued and has a strong sense of belonging. We oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. All applications will be assessed solely against the criteria outlined in the person specification.

No agencies, please. We will contact you directly if recruitment support is required.