Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Meadowbrook Primary; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Flexible and Family Friendly policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Meadowbrook Primary School in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join on a fixed-term basis from October 2026 until 31 August 2027. The role is 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am–3:30pm, term-time only plus INSET days.

You will support learners with special educational needs alongside class teachers, helping to raise attainment and progress in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Meet the national HLTA standards through relevant qualifications, training and experience.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants, or an equivalent qualification and relevant experience.
• Experience supporting teaching and learning within a primary school setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance the academic progress of learners with special educational needs and disabilities alongside class teachers.
• Contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support planning, delivery and assessment in line with the HLTA standards.

Skills

HLTA standards

GCSE English/Maths

NVQ Level 3 TA

Primary school experience

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistants

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

# Higher Level Teaching AssistantEmployer: Meadowbrook Primary SchoolLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 08: £25,440 to £27,637 (pro-rata) per annumPosted: 17th September 2026Expires: 24th September 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1574632* Share :* Print**Meadowbrook Primary School****Higher Level Teaching Assistant****Part Time, Fixed Term****32.5 hours per week****Grade 08: £33,673 to £36,581 FTE (£25,440 to £27,637 pro-rata) per annum**Meadowbrook Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and reliable Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the team on a fixed-term basis from October 2026 until 31st August 2027. This role is for 32.5 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm, term time only plus INSET days.Working alongside class teachers, you will support and enhance the academic progress of learners with special educational needs and disabilities. We are looking for a kind, dedicated, and considerate HLTA with the energy and enthusiasm to support and nurture some of our most vulnerable learners.**Essential Qualifications and Experience**You will:• Meet the national HLTA standards through relevant qualifications, training and experience.• Hold GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).• Hold an NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants, or an equivalent qualification and relevant experience.• Have experience supporting teaching and learning within a primary school setting.• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.For further information about the role and person requirements, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Flexible and Family Friendly policies• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** Thursday, 24th September at 9:00am**Date of Interviews:** TBCWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.*The Olympus Academy Trust – Meadowbrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.**We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.**We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.****Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications****We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.**Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.*