Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Phonics

The King John School; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Benenden Medical Healthcare cover

Job summary

The King John School in Benfleet, Essex, is seeking a part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with a structured phonics programme and literacy development. The role focuses on direct pupil engagement and targeted learning support.

Working hours are 37 per week in a part-time pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am – 3:30 pm. This permanent post offers professional development within the school trust and a DBS requirement.

Qualifications

• Full enhanced DBS check required
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Pre-employment checks: Health, Identity, Relevant work qualifications, Right to work in the UK, Barred List Check, Disclosure & Barring Service Check, References

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality phonics programme to students, working directly with pupils to support their learning and development.

Skills

HLTA role

Phonics instruction

DBS checks

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Phonics

The King John School, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1RQ

Job Details

• Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Visa sponsorship: Not available
• Working pattern: Part time – 37 hours per week
  Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
  Friday 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Contract type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

Deliver a high‑quality phonics programme to students, working directly with pupils to support their learning and development.

Qualifications and Checks

• Full enhanced DBS check required
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Pre‑employment checks: Health, Identity, Relevant work qualifications, Right to work in the UK, Barred List Check, Disclosure & Barring Service Check, References

What the School Offers its Staff

• A dedicated, enthusiastic, friendly and experienced team of staff
• Opportunity to develop within a highly effective multi‑academy trust
• Free Benenden Medical Healthcare cover
• Commitment to continued professional development

Safeguarding Commitment

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in ways that support this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory completion of the stated pre‑employment checks.