We are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for 37 Hours per Week, Term Time only basis to join our team at Skelton Primary School.

To work Monday to Thursday 8am-4pm, Friday 8am -3.30pm

Skelton Primary School is a calm, welcoming and nurturing environment where children are at the heart of everything we do.  We are proud of our caring ethos and strong sense of teamwork, and we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic advanced teaching assistant to join our team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about helping every child succeed and flourish
• Brings creativity, patience and positivity to the classroom
• Values strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Is a team player who contributes to the wider life of the school

As a HLTA you will have a deep commitment to championing inclusion and wellbeing across our school. You will play a critical role in modelling best practices for adapted instruction, planning and delivering high-quality, whole-class, and small-group learning experiences that remove barriers and ensure equity of access for every pupil. Your expertise will be vital in nurturing a supportive classroom atmosphere within our designated Treetops area of the school. This role requires proactive collaboration with the SENDCo and teaching staff to maintain an environment where all children feel safe, valued, and empowered to flourish both academically and emotionally.

What we can offer: 

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team

• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development

• Local Government Pension scheme

• Occupational Health

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free on site Parking

Job Details

Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only

Position Type: Permanent

Line Manager: Principal

Travel Required: No

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.  You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process.  Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 4th December.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.