Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlton Colville Primary School is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teachers in delivering educational sessions. The role requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to fostering a thriving school community. This fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Hold an HLTA or equivalent qualification.
• Experience of working in an educational setting.
• Dedicated to helping all children thrive.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers to deliver whole-class and small group sessions.
• Involve yourself in the life of the school beyond the classroom.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

HLTA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description

• Carlton Colville Primary School - Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 8DG
• £27,269 - £28,624 pro rata
• 30 hours per week over 5 days, 39 weeks per year, term time plus 1 week
• Fixed Term for one year in the first instance
• Reference: 7421
• Required as soon as possible
  
  
  

At Carlton Colville Primary School, we are proud of the incredible opportunities we provide for all our pupils. Everyday should be a chance to learn, play and grow and our wonderful team work tirelessly to create a thriving school community. In developing this offer further, we are excited to welcome creative, caring and dedicated professionals to join us.

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. This post will include working closely with teachers to deliver whole-class and small group sessions. Initially working in either key stage 1 or key stage 2, you will need to have the skills to help the children they work with to thrive and the opportunity to be part of a genuinely inclusive, progressive school community.

You will need to:

• hold an HLTA or equivalent qualification
• have strong communication skills
• have had experience of working in an educational setting
• be flexible and happy to work as part of a team
• be dedicated to helping all children to thrive
• involve yourself in the life of the school beyond the classroom.
  
  
  

If you share our vision for education and want to be part of a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.

Because of the incredible opportunities this role offers, we very much welcome visits to the school ahead of application.

For more information

• Please read the: Job Description (docx) and Guidance Notes (docx)
  
  
  

Please feel free to contact Kay Everett-Day, Business Manager by either calling 01502 572682 or emailing: [e-mail]

To find out more, please visit our website: Carlton Colville Primary School - Vacancies

How To Apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (docx) by email to: [e-mail]

Closing date: midday, 12 June 2025.

Interview date: week commencing, 16 June 2025.

Carlton Colville Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks are required for all posts. The school operates an equal opportunities policy

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