Higher Level Teaching Assistant (The Baird Primary)

East Sussex County Council; Hastings; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a permanent part-time role in Hastings. The position involves teaching across various year groups to provide essential cover and support qualified teachers in educational activities. The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and aims to promote the welfare of children. Competitive benefits are offered, including annual leave, pension contributions, and health well-being initiatives.

Benefits

Automatic annual pay increments

Generous Pension

Holiday Entitlement

Health and Wellbeing

Personal Development Day

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work

Retail Discount

Qualifications

• An enhanced DBS check is mandatory.
• Role exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Responsibilities

• Teach across all year groups to provide PPA cover.
• Contribute to teaching and learning activities supporting qualified teachers.

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a motivated and dynamic professional with relevant experience has arisen to join our outstanding team. We are looking for a permanent Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

Hours of work: 32.5 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time / term-time only the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Sunday 30 November 2025

Contact

The Baird Primary Academy
Parker Road
Hastings
East Sussex

Phone: Email:

Website:

Responsibilities

You will be required to teach across all year groups based on a regular timetable to provide PPA cover and to contribute to a wide range of teaching and learning activities to assist and support the work of qualified teachers.

Qualifications

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We welcome applications from all members of the community.

Benefits

• Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.
• Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 18.9%.
• Holiday Entitlement: Take advantage of 27 days annual leave per annum (FTE) plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including onsite Wellbeing Champions designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues as well as some Time for You to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.
• Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering training or a seminar (self-funded).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services providing support for both work and personal issues.
• Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute with our cycle-to-work programme offering a 2K loan to purchase a bicycle.
• Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym private medical dental and online GP service as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.

Our Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

How to Apply

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Other Details

Employment Type: Part-time

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