Higher Level Teaching Assistant

St Mary's RC Primary (Denton); Denton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catholic ethos

Professional development

Welcoming school community

Job summary

St Mary's RC Primary School in Denton is recruiting a HLTA to join our Upper Key Stage 2 team on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. The role is 35 hours per week, based at the school, with a salary range of £25,808 to £28,035 (SCP 17–22, actual salary, TTO).

The successful candidate will be child-centred, patient and creative, with experience of KS2 and a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of our school. A commitment to safeguarding and professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Key Stage 2 pupils.
• Ability to contribute to and support the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Patient, creative and resourceful with a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in Upper Key Stage 2 and assist class teachers.
• Contribute to planning, preparation and pupil supervision as needed.
• Promote safeguarding and be a positive role model for pupils.

Skills

Child-centred

Patience

KS2 experience

Creativity

Resourcefulness

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Until 31/08/27

Contract Reason: Workload Peak

Salary: Grade F SCP 17 £25,808 - SCP 22 £28,035 (Actual salary, TTO)

Hours Per Week: 35hours

Base Location: St Mary's RC Primary School

Assessment Date: w/c 19th October 2026

The governors at St Mary's are looking to appoint an excellent, enthusiastic and highly motivated HLTA to join the staff of this ambitious, forward-thinking and welcoming Roman Catholic school. The position will be in Upper Key Stage 2. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to work in a friendly, supportive and welcoming environment.

The successful candidate will be:

• Child-centred
• Patient, kind and have a positive outlook
• Experienced at working with children in Key Stage 2
• Creative, enthusiastic and resourceful
• Willing to contribute to and support the Catholic ethos of our school.

We can offer you:

• A caring, warm and welcoming Catholic school where all are valued
• Hard working, dedicated and enthusiastic staff and Governors
• A commitment to the professional development of all staff

St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.

Supporting Documents

HLTA Application form

HLTA Job description and person specification