Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Digitech Studio School; Bristol; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Bristol seeks an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering a wide-ranging curriculum. Responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons, enhancing students’ social and academic development, and collaborating with school staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Generous pension through LGPS

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness sessions and gym discounts

Occupational maternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Advanced knowledge of national curriculum.
• Demonstration of planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons to small groups or whole classes.
• Support and develop students' educational and social growth.
• Coach other colleagues to enhance their teaching practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Active listening

Planning

Organizational skills

Education

HLTA status or equivalent

Maths and English at grade C or above

Job description

Salary £19,526 - £21,302 (Based on hours and working week

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Level 3

Actual Annual Salary: £19,526 - £21,302 (Based on hours and working weeks)

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £30,963 - £33,779 (CLF Grade D) - based on 37 hours per week, all year round.

Hours: Part-time 27.25 hours per week, Tuesday – Friday.

Additional Information: Working Pattern: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:15am – 3:15pm, Wednesday 8:15am – 4:30pm (30 minutes for lunch)

Start: 1 September 2025.

Summerhill Academy are looking for a skilled Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to complement the work of teachers by taking responsibility for developing and delivering agreed learning activities under an appropriate system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities or being responsible for specific provision for individuals, groups and whole classes.

Could a role at Summerhill Academy be the new opportunity you are looking for? If you are a qualified HLTA, with high levels of motivation we would like to hear from you.

As a successful HLTA you will:

• undertake specified work, including delivering lessons to small groups or whole classes on a regular basis within an agreed system of supervision and pre-determined framework.
• Play a significant role in the educational, personal and social development of designated students, advancing learning under the direction and guidance of relevant colleagues (e.g. the Principal, SENCO and class teachers.)
• Support students in accessing the curriculum, engaging with their learning and achieving their full potential by employing relevant strategies and techniques developed as a result of significant experience, specialist knowledge, skill and expertise.
• Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being, the benefits of which are likely to extend beyond the individual student or class in order to have a wider positive impact.
• Support, coach or manage other colleagues to develop their practice.

About you:

You will:

• understand classroom roles and responsibilities and how a teaching assistant supports students in their learning.
• Advanced/specialist knowledge of the required areas of the national curriculum and other related learning programmes.
• Good literacy and numeracy competency evidenced by Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent experience
• Gained HLTA status or equivalent qualification or demonstrate to operate at this level
• have strong interpersonal skills, in particular with the ability to demonstrate empathy and active listening.
• have good planning and organisational skills, specifically with regard to learning activities and support materials.
• be someone with a keen interest in working with children and commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Summerhill Academy

Summerhill Academy is a junior school located in St George, Bristol. We provide awide-ranging and inspiring curriculumto meet the needs of thediverse communitythat we serve.

High standardsof teaching and learning, delivered in akind, caring, inclusive environment, ensure that all childrenthrive. Children leave Summerhill Academy with asense of community and purpose, filled with theskills and confidenceneeded to allow them to achieve the best they can in their future lives.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 35 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters. Over 65% of the pupils who attend Summerhill Academy are from global majority groups, so we particularly encourage applicants from those groups in order to represent the pupils we serve, as well as wider underrepresented groups including gender, transgender, age disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Skilled Worker visas cannot be sponsored through this role, as it does not meet the requirements set out by government.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

The Cabot Learning Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role has significant responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice within the academy. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.

The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK and a child disqualification check. The checks will also include an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.