Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

St John's Catholic Primary School; Bath; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

St John's Catholic Primary School in Bath is seeking a skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide PPA cover across Reception to Year 6. The role is 13 hours per week during term time, with a fixed term contract ending 31st August 2027.

The salary is shown as FTE with a lower actual figure for part-time hours. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for learning, and commitment to supporting all children.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for learning and strong people skills.
• Experience in supporting classes across age ranges is preferred.
• Interest in PE, Music, or Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes across the school as PPA for teachers.
• Support learning and maintain inclusive classroom environments.
• Collaborate with staff to plan and deliver activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

PPA cover

Subject specialism

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - St John's Catholic Primary School

Salary: £32,577 - £34,810 FTE (SCP 18. Actual: £9,626 - £10,285)

13 hours per week (two days to be arranged) term time only

Fixed term contract ending 31st August 2027

We are looking to appoint a skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant who has a passion for learning, will put the needs of our children first, and has excellent interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate will be covering classes across our school, from Reception to Year 6, as PPA cover for class teachers.

We are particularly interested in any candidates who have a subject specialism or particular interest most notably in PE, Music, or Spanish.

St John's is a fully inclusive school and aims for every child to reach their full potential through a rich and engaging curriculum. You will be supported and valued in our motivated and caring team.

St John's Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, offering excellent professional development and collaboration across a family of schools across the South West.

Closing date: Midday, Friday 25th September

Interview date: Tuesday 6th October

Please note applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we may close the role early.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants willbe requiredto complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search of your ‘name, education and employment’,todemonstratedue diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.