Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Farfield Primary & Nursery School

Kirklees Council; West Yorkshire, Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Farfield Primary & Nursery School is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support children's learning and take responsibility for lesson planning. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, well-organised, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. This temporary position offers a salary of £25,972 - £28,605, with a focus on raising educational standards and making a positive impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Essential requirement: GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above.
• Experience in supporting children's learning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for PPA cover of whole classes from EYFS - Year 6.
• Plan lessons and provide emergency cover as needed.
• Support children in their learning to help them progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Organisational skills

Enthusiasm

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Farfield Primary & Nursery School

Organisations Farfield Primary & Nursery School

Hours 37 hours TTO plus 5 days.

Number of Jobs 1

Location(s) Farfield Primary & Nursery School, Reevy Crescent, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD6 2BS

Position type Temporary

Length of contract One year contract

£30,060 - £32,654 full time equivalent (this will be pro-rated 37 hours TTO plus 5 days. Actual salary £25,972 - £28,605)

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Farfield Primary & Nursery School

Are you ready to equip children with the knowledge and power to make a difference, to be different and embrace difference?

Farfield Primary & Nursery School is looking for a skilled and caring adult who can support children in their learning. A key part of this role is to take responsibility for PPA cover of whole classes from EYFS - Year 6, this includes the planning of these lessons, as well as emergency cover as and when needed.

At Farfield Primary and Nursery School we will trust, support and challenge you to empower our future generations helping them to achieve their full potential and become unique well-rounded citizens.

Our priorities are to raise standards in phonics returning them to above 60% and increase combined attainment in KS2 to 65%. All staff, no matter what their role in school, have this as their focus.

We are looking for a highly motivated, inspirational practitioner who has the drive, vision and inter-personal skills to work with both staff, children, parents and other stakeholders.

We would like someone who cares about the children and is able to support them in lessons, allowing children to make good progress throughout their school career. This is a real opportunity to make a difference. If you are passionate about education and improving life chances, then we are keen to hear from you.

Grade C or above in GCSE English and Maths or equivalent is an essential requirement for this post. Please state all of your qualifications on your application.

We need a HLTA who is an:

• Committed to raising achievement through an exciting and stimulating curriculum
• Enthusiastic and forward thinking
• Well organised and creative
• Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a range of staff to improve learning
• Able to work in partnership with parents/carers and the wider community

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• A good sense of humour, enthusiasm and a positive, proactive attitude to their role
• The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to your own development

Farfield is a friendly, vibrant and lively school where our children are enthusiastic learners, well-motivated and encouraged to think for themselves. Visitors to our school always comment about the friendly, warm welcome from the staff and pupils.

Observation & interview date: w/c 16thJune 2025