Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Castle Phoenix Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 21,333 - 25,989; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Free parking

Local government pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Richard Lee Primary School in Coventry is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Grade 4) to support teaching staff and lead groups during PPA across the primary range. The role emphasizes planning, delivering lessons, and assessing pupil progress, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusive practice.

The post is permanent, part-time, term-time only with teacher training days; hours are scheduled across Mon–Fri, with some variations.

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with children across the primary age range.
• Working knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum; willingness to develop knowledge further.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults; ability to lead a class.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking planning and preparation of lessons for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Delivering lessons and learning experiences to individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Assessing and marking, and reporting on pupil development, progress and attainment.
• Using specialist skills to support physical and emotional needs of students, including those with SEND.
• Participating in professional development and supporting other staff.

Skills

Experience with primary children

EYFS and National Curriculum knowledge

Class leadership

Team player

Communication with parents/community

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

# Higher Level Teaching AssistantEmployer: Richard Lee Primary SchoolLocation: Coventry, West MidlandsContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £25,989 FTE (Salary will be pro rata to hours andPosted: 15th July 2026Expires: 26th August 2026 09:00 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1565422* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Grade 4****£25,989 FTE (Salary will be pro rata to hours and weeks worked - £21,333)****Mon, Tues & Thurs- 8:15am - 3:45pm****Weds- 08:15 - 4:15pm****Fri 0****8:30 - 3:30pm****with half an hour unpaid break daily term time only plus teacher training days**We are seeking to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant.This role will involve working collaboratively with responsible classroom teacher(s) as a Teaching Assistant by utilising detailed knowledge and specialist skills to undertake ‘specified work’ and provide care and supervision to pupils.The role also entails taking responsibility for teaching groups and whole classes during PPA Times across school from Early Years to Year 6.Duties and responsibilities of the role will include:**Under the direction of Teaching staff:*** Undertaking appropriate planning and preparation of lessons for individuals, groups and whole classes* Delivering agreed lessons and learning experiences to individuals, groups and whole classes as required* Assessing and marking, and reporting on, the development, progress and attainment of pupils* Using specialist skills to undertake those activities necessary to meet the physical and emotional needs of individuals and groups of students, including those with special educational, physical or emotional needs.* Participating in personal and professional development activities to meet the changing demands of the job and encourage and support other staff in their development and training.* Assisting in the supervision, training and development of volunteer helpers, students and other staff.**We are looking for someone who: -*** Has experience of working with children across the primary age range* Has a working knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum and the willingness to develop this knowledge further.* Has the ability to relate well to children and adults* Has the ability to lead a class* Is able to support the Class Teacher in the planning and preparation of lessons.* Has the ability to inspire, and enthuse* Sets high expectations for all* Has a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, colleagues and the community* Is a team player with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude**As a successful primary school working as part of a multi-academy trust, we can offer:*** High quality, ongoing professional development as part of the Castle Phoenix Multi-Academy Trust* A supportive, friendly and hardworking staff team who are united in their drive to achieve the very best outcomes for every child;* Friendly, happy and well-behaved children who are keen and eager to learn* An excellent support network through our hardworking, committed staff including fortnightly training related to your role in school.* A range of benefits which includes cycle to work, free parking, the local government pension scheme and an employee discount scheme, generous holiday entitlement and a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition initiatives through our wellbeing committee and people strategy.**Closing date: Monday 31 August 09:00pm****Previous applicants need not apply.**Richard Lee Primary School is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilanceEarly applications are encouraged as the Trust reserves the right to call suitable candidates to interview prior to the closing date.Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.These posts are exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.