Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Thomas Telford Primary Free School

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Job summary

A leading primary school in Shrewsbury is seeking a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a part-time role. This position involves supporting children's learning and behavior in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and strong communication skills. The role offers professional development opportunities within a supportive team.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children required.
• Good English, Maths, and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching and learning activities.
• Support children's attainment and behavior.

Skills

Communication

English

Maths

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teacher Assistant (17.5 hours per week. Permanent)

Location: Thomas Telford Primary Free School, George Lees Avenue, Priorslee, TF2 5AB

Required start date: September 2025

Working hours and days:

1. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 12.30pm to 3.30pm
2. Tuesday: 12.30pm to 5.00pm
3. Plus 3.30pm to 4.30pm planning time, to be taken on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.

Term-time only, 17.5 hours per week

Salary:

£14.60 to £15.58 per hour, depending on experience

Application timeline:

• Closing date: Monday 2^nd June 2025 at Noon
• Interview date: Friday 6^th June 2025

About the school:

Thomas Telford Primary Free School is a new build primary school joining the Thomas Telford Multi Academy Trust, which has a proven track record of excellence. Our sister school, Redhill Primary Academy, was awarded Ofsted’s highest accolade in June 2024, rated Outstanding in all areas. Our goal is to achieve similar outcomes at the new Free School. We offer a supportive environment, a friendly team, and professional development opportunities.

Role overview:

We seek a highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant passionate about teaching and learning, with high expectations for attainment and behaviour. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, ambitious, and energetic individual to join our team of teachers.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience working with children
• Good English, Maths, and communication skills
• This role is customer-facing and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification

Additional information:

For more about Thomas Telford Primary Free School, visit our website at https://ttprimaryschool.co.uk. For role inquiries, contact Mrs Fay Hurford at 01952 327170.

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding children. All successful candidates will undergo a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, references, ID checks, qualification verification, and checks under relevant regulations. See our safeguarding policies at Safeguarding at Redhill - Redhill Primary Academy.

Application process:

Please complete the application form carefully, explaining any employment gaps. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For privacy notices, visit Privacy Notice Job Applicants.pdf. Send applications to Mrs Fay Hurford at [e-mail].

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy.