Teaching Assistant/HLTA

eTeach UK Limited; Bradford-on-Avon; Sur place; GBP 9 800 - 12 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Palladian Academy Trust is recruiting at the Atworth base for a split role: one day as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and two days as a Teaching Assistant, complemented by lunchtime support from the Midday Meals Team. The role emphasizes collaboration with Class Teachers and the SENDCo to bring planned activities to life and strengthen home/school links.

We value dedication to helping pupils flourish, with strong communication, adaptability, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with pupils and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability across diverse classroom environments.
• Commitment to continual learning and growth.

Responsabilités

• Lead learning for one day per week as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant.
• Provide classroom support for two days as a Teaching Assistant.
• Support the Midday Meals Team at lunchtimes.
• Collaborate with Class Teachers and SENDCo to plan and deliver activities.
• Engage with parents to establish positive home/school relationships.

Connaissances

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Description du poste

Hours of work: 18 hours per week, over 3 days Contract type: Permanent

A bit about us:

The Palladian Academy Trust is a community of schools, each with its own ethos, that enjoy a mutually enriching partnership. Our Trust includes both church and community academies working closely together, all connected by a shared vision for our pupils: ‘excellent and equitable opportunities so everyone can flourish.’Churchfields, the Village School is a thriving two site rural Church of England primary school, based at Atworth and Monkton Farleigh villages. Both sites teach in mixed-age classes with an all through primary age range at both bases. Both sites are easily accessible from Bristol and Bath.

All about the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team at our Atworth base. We are seeking an experienced professional to work a split role across the week. You will lead learning for one day per week as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and provide vital classroom support for two days as a Teaching Assistant. Alongside this, the successful candidate will support the Midday Meals Team over lunchtime. We take pride in our diverse, inclusive workforce where every single staff member plays a vital role. Working together with our Class Teachers and SENDCo, you will bring planned learning activities and programmes to life for our pupils, inspiring them to break barriers and communicating with parents to establish positive home/school relationships. We are looking for exceptional individuals that can demonstrate:

• A dedication to making a difference to young people’s lives and educational journey.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in diverse classroom environments.
• A commitment to continual learning and growth.
• The vision and values of Churchfields The Village School and the Palladian Academy Trust.
• Experience in an educational or similar setting is an advantage but not essential.

Palladian Academy Trust are keen to hear from candidates keen for a rewarding and purposeful career change who feel strongly about achieving equitable outcomes for all.

Closing Date: Midnight, 24 November 2026 (We may interview strong candidates prior to the closing date)

Interviews: Mid November

Commencement date: As soon as possible

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020).

An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.