Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Avonmouth Church of England Primary School; Bristol; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Avonmouth Church of England Primary School is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to enhance student learning through tailored interventions. You will join a supportive team focused on the wellbeing of both students and staff. The role offers an inclusive environment, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Enrolment in Local Government Pension Scheme

Tailored career progression

Access to 24-hour employee assistance programme

Free onsite parking

Flexible working arrangements

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing package through Education Mutual

Pay at the Bristol Real Living Wage

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school environment.
• Understanding of how to engage children with varied needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead interventions to support children needing extra help.
• Cover classes in case of staff absence.
• Plan and implement educational strategies.

Skills

Inclusivity

Ability to support diverse needs

Excellent communication

Education

HLTA qualification or relevant teaching qualification

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Client:

Avonmouth Church of England Primary School

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

We have a very rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated HLTA to join our vibrant and nurturing team at Avonmouth C of E Primary School and Nursery.

The role will be a new one to the school where you will be leading interventions for children who need extra support. It will also be an opportunity to temporarily cover classes in cases of staff absence.

The team at Avonmouth is supportive, caring and experienced. Wellbeing of everyone is a high priority and flexible working is always considered. You will be given time to plan exciting interventions and help us improve the outcomes for our pupils.

We have high expectations that all children will flourish and prosper and require someone with the belief that every child is unique and can succeed. Our community is diverse and as such an understanding of a range of needs is essential.

We are an inclusive school that believes in everybody prospering including our staff.

We can offer the right candidate:

•A supportive environment that values everyone’s contributions
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Tailored career progression through performance management;
• Flu vaccination offer and access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme.
• Free onsite parking
• School that is close to the Park and Ride and Avonmouth Train station
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The chance to be part of a friendly, inclusive staff
• A supportive leadership team.
• Wellbeing package through Education Mutual.
• A work/life balance with many staff working flexibly.
• Lots of coffee (or tea if you prefer!)
• Pay the ‘Bristol Real Living Wage.’

Safeguarding Statement:

Avonmouth Church of England 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. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We are working to becoming an Eco-Friendly school and strongly believe in our sustainability plan.

Closing Date: 9am 7th July 2025
Start Date : 1/9/25
Interviews: TBC

Safeguarding Statement

Avonmouth Church of England 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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We have a very rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated HLTA to join our vibrant and nurturing team at Avonmouth C of E Primary School and Nursery.

The role will be a new one to the school where you will be leading interventions for children who need extra support. It will also be an opportunity to temporarily cover classes in cases of staff absence.

The team at Avonmouth is supportive, caring and experienced. Wellbeing of everyone is a high priority and flexible working is always considered. You will be given time to plan exciting interventions and help us improve the outcomes for our pupils.

We have high expectations that all children will flourish and prosper and require someone with the belief that every child is unique and can succeed. Our community is diverse and as such an understanding of a range of needs is essential.

We are an inclusive school that believes in everybody prospering including our staff.

We can offer the right candidate:

•A supportive environment that values everyone’s contributions
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Tailored career progression through performance management;
• Flu vaccination offer and access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme.
• Free onsite parking
• School that is close to the Park and Ride and Avonmouth Train station
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The chance to be part of a friendly, inclusive staff
• A supportive leadership team.
• Wellbeing package through Education Mutual.
• A work/life balance with many staff working flexibly.
• Lots of coffee (or tea if you prefer!)
• Pay the ‘Bristol Real Living Wage.’

Safeguarding Statement:

Avonmouth Church of England 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. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We are working to becoming an Eco-Friendly school and strongly believe in our sustainability plan.

Closing Date: 9am 7th July 2025
Start Date : 1/9/25
Interviews: TBC

Safeguarding Statement

Avonmouth Church of England 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.