KS2 HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT AT KNUTSFORD PRIMARY ACADEMY

THE ROLE
Position: KS2 HLTA
Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (term-time)
Salary/Grade: £ 25,989 - 27,524 (Annual FTE - not including inner fringe allowance)
Actual Salary: £19,852 - £20,787 (including inner fringe allowance)
Job Description: CLICK HERE

Are you an enthusiastic and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a primary school setting? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our friendly and supportive team, working in Key Stage 2 to inspire, nurture and challenge our learners to achieve their very best.

At the heart of our school is our vision: Believe, Belong, Become. We are committed to ensuring that every child grows in confidence, feels a strong sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential. We know that high-quality teaching, strong relationships, and a culture of ambition are key to making this vision a reality.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a vibrant and inclusive school community where high expectations, creativity and care sit at the centre of all we do. As a KS2 HLTA, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences, lead groups and whole-class sessions where required, and provide targeted support to ensure all learners make strong progress.

You will play an important role in helping learners to believe in their abilities, belong within a positive and nurturing classroom environment, and become confident, capable learners who are ready for the next stage of their education.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting teaching and learning in Key Stage 2
• Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to excellence
• Builds strong, supportive relationships with learners and colleagues
• Promotes independence, resilience, and a love of learning
• Is proactive, flexible, and dedicated to making a difference every day

In return, you will be part of a welcoming, values-driven team that is committed to professional development and to achieving the very best outcomes for every child.

If you are ready to make a meaningful contribution and help bring our vision of Believe, Belong, Become to life, we would love to hear from you.

OUR SCHOOL
At Knutsford, you’ll find a welcoming and nurturing environment where your ideas and talents are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a fantastic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of our learners. As you take the next step in your teaching journey, we encourage you to join us and help shape the lives of our learning community in a school that truly supports and develops its staff.

Please see more details in the Knutsford Primary Academy Careers document attached.

OUR TRUST
Aspire Academies Trust is a family of schools that has come together to make a difference to the lives of our children. Our main goal as a Trust is to provide the best possible education for all of our learners, and understand that our staff are our most valuable asset and the foundation of our success. We aim to create a culture within our organisation that focuses on belonging, prioritises the wellbeing and professional development of our staff and embeds a sense of community. We offer a staff wellbeing package that includes free school lunches, flexible working policy, free flu-jab, access to vivup benefit platform, staff voice program, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme and more.

Please see more details in the Aspire Academies Trust Careers document attached.

VISIT US
If you are interested in this role, we would encourage you to contact our school office on 01923 466020 and arrange a visit. We look forward to meeting you.

Safeguarding Statement:
Aspire Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks, including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2024).

 Equal Opportunities:
To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.