Higher Level Teaching Assistant 33.5 hours per week TTO +2 days

The Academy; Ponteland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pele Trust CPD opportunities

Supportive staff culture

Modern learning environment

Professional leadership development

Values-driven pupils

Investment in you

Job summary

The Academy Committee of Richard Coates CE Primary School is seeking a skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support our pupils, deliver engaging lessons, and work collaboratively with our welcoming staff team. The role offers opportunities to contribute to a caring school community and to help pupils thrive.

We value wellbeing, teamwork and strong relationships with families and the wider school community, and we provide ongoing professional development within our multi academy network.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting learners and covering lessons.
• Commitment to wellbeing and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons confidently and manage classroom dynamics.
• Support pupils to thrive through engaging teaching approaches.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure progress for every child.
• Lead in classroom delivery and pupil support where appropriate.

Skills

HLTA

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Job description

We are looking to appoint a skilled HLTA who is able to support our pupils to thrive, deliver engaging lessons and work collaboratively alongside our welcoming staff team. If you are a dedicated professional who wants to make a real difference in a community where you are truly valued, I would be delighted to welcome you for a visit to experience our warm environment firsthand. James Watson - Headteacher We are looking for someone who will:

• Excite and Motivate: Inspire learners through creative teaching approaches stepping in confidently to cover lessons and manage classroom dynamics.
• Champion Wellbeing: Prioritise children's personal development and wellbeing, building strong relationships through clear confident communication and dedicated engagement with the whole school community.
• Collaborate and Contribute: Work effectively with colleagues supporting teachers in securing excellent progress for every child and positively contributing to the wider life of the school.
• Be a Role Model: Embody the school values of kindness, respect and perseverance helping to reinforce our solid community ethos daily.

In return, we can offer: By joining us you become part of a professional family built on genuine trust and support. As part of this offer, you would benefit the following:

• Part of the Pele Trust Family: Benefit from the extensive resources, Trust wide CPD opportunities and the chance to work widely with colleagues across our supportive multi academy network, broadening your professional horizons.
• A Supportive Staff Culture: Work alongside a highly motivated staff team that demonstrates excellent support for each other this is a well connected environment, where teamwork is deeply valued.
• Exceptional Learning Environment: Work in a modern purpose built school with ample outdoor space that is used to enhance learning and creativity.
• Professional Leadership: An opportunity to apply your HLTA skills in a supportive working environment built on trust and teamwork taking a lead role in classroom delivery and pupil support.
• Values Driven Pupils: Work with enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are dedicated to living out the school's core values.
• Investment in You: Ongoing opportunities for professional and personal development within a school that is always striving for improvement.

The Academy Committee of Richard Coates CE Primary School is looking to appoint a motivated and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team.

Built upon nearly 300 years of history and underpinned by the values of kindness, respect and perseverance, we ensure every child is celebrated for their unique qualities. Working from our modern, purpose-built facility, we combine high academic ambition with a deep commitment to personal development. We want our children to build genuine agency, connect with their community and understand the tangible difference they can make in the world.