High Level Teaching Assistant

Emersonsgreenprimary; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Wheatfield Primary School as a part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant. You will support teaching by planning and delivering engaging lessons across the primary phase. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about education, wanting professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Employee wellbeing support

Financial benefits including pension schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and deliver high-quality, innovative lessons.
• Supportive and engaging environment creation.
• High expectations for children and self.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the primary phase.
• Deliver planned lessons during teachers' PPA time.
• Work under the direction of class teachers or senior leaders.

Skills

Planning and delivering lessons

Creating engaging learning environments

Commitment to raising achievement

Collaborative work

Job description

Join our team as a part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Wheatfield Primary School!

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Grade: 8, £31,586 to £34,314 FTE per annum

Actual Salary: £22,946.12 to £24,927.92 per annum (based on 31.25 hours per week, term time only plus INSET days)

Hours: 31.25 hours per week

• Monday to Friday: 8.45am – 3.30pm (includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
• Term time only plus INSET days

Please note: working hours may be subject to change in response to operational needs. Any proposed changes would be discussed in consultation with the successful candidate at interview.

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday, 7th July 2025 at 9.00am Early applications are highly encouraged, as we may close this job advertisement before the official closing date.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Role

We are seeking an outstanding, creative, and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. The successful candidate will work across the primary phase to support teaching and learning, including delivering planned lessons to whole classes during teachers’ Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time. Planning time will be provided as part of the role, and the HLTA will work under the direction and supervision of the class teacher or senior leaders. This is an excellent opportunity for someone enthusiastic about teaching and learning and eager to gain experience across the primary years.

The successful candidates will:

• Have the ability to plan and deliver high-quality, innovative lessons that inspire and challenge.
• Be able to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Have high expectations of children, themselves, and others in all aspects of school life.
• Be committed to raising the achievement of all children.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver positive outcomes for all children.
• Be willing to contribute to all aspects of school life.

Fluency Duty

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), and the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents, and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The Trust and School

Wheatfield Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family comprising 14 schools (12 primary, 1 junior, and 1 infant school), all united in our goal of creating outstanding learning environments rooted in our local communities.

We offer:

• A supportive working environment: Experience a positive workplace with a dedicated staff team.
• Professional growth: Excellent CPD opportunities, apprenticeships, and personal development.
• Pathways for progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our network of schools.
• Employee wellbeing: Regular surveys, Wellbeing Committees, and support resources.
• Financial benefits: Pension schemes, Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts.

We encourage you to visit our websites for more information about Wheatfield Primary School and the Leaf Trust.

How to Apply

Refer to the candidate information pack before submitting an application. Complete the Application Form, outlining your suitability for the role, by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button. We do not accept CVs, in line with our Safeguarding Policy.

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The Leaf Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check, employment and reference checks, and an online search.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, especially from underrepresented groups.