Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Abbeyfield; Far Cotton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbeyfield School is seeking a highly capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our committed team. You will support teaching and learning, deliver targeted interventions, monitor student progress, and help every learner reach their full potential.

The ideal candidate is confident, organized and able to work independently while building strong relationships with students, staff and families. A proactive approach, high standards and a genuine desire to make a difference are essential.

Qualifications

• Communication skills: ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences.
• Resilience and emotional intelligence: ability to manage difficult and emotive situations.
• Compassion and commitment: caring, patient, energetic and empathetic.
• Relationship building and influence: strong interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions to support student learning.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Support teachers and contribute to planning and differentiation in lessons.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues to promote well-being.

Job description

Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Northampton, NN4 8BU
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 17 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 5 Oct 2026

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

About You:

Abbeyfield School is seeking an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about helping young people thrive. You will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, delivering targeted interventions, monitoring student progress and helping every learner achieve their full potential. Confident and organised, you will be able to work independently whilst building strong relationships with students, colleagues and families. You will bring a proactive approach, a commitment to high standards and a genuine desire to make a difference. Your experience and expertise will contribute to effective classroom practice and help drive positive outcomes for students across the school.

Our Ideal candidate will have:

• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences.
• Resilience and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to manage difficult and emotive situations.
• Compassion and Commitment: Demonstrate caring, patience, energy, motivation, commitment and empathy.
• Relationship Building and Influence: Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to enthuse, motivate and inspire others.

About the SEN Team:

The SEN Team at Abbeyfield School is a friendly, supportive and dedicated group of professionals who are committed to helping every student achieve their very best. Working closely with teachers, families and external agencies, the team provides tailored support for students with a range of additional needs, ensuring they can access learning, build confidence and succeed both academically and personally. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team where relationships matter, student wellbeing is a priority, and every day brings the chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

About Abbeyfield School:

Abbeyfield School is a values-led community where staff are supported, empowered, and inspired to make a real impact. Guided by our principles of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with clear systems, consistent processes, and a calendar that supports work-life balance. Professional development is central to our ethos. Whether you're starting out or stepping into leadership, you'll benefit from high-quality CPD, coaching, and opportunities to collaborate across Creative Education Trust schools. Our students are curious, courteous, and eager to learn, and our inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour helps every learner feel safe and supported. Abbeyfield is a school where staff are trusted to lead, reflect, and grow. With excellent facilities and a strong team ethos, it's a place where you can develop your career and be part of something meaningful. If you're looking for a school that values its people and puts students at the heart of everything, Abbeyfield is the place for you. To find out more please visit our website.

About Creative Education Trust:

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we've worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner. We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future. We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together. Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.