Temporary Part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Teaching Vacancies; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years and Key Stage 1 teams. The ideal candidate will support teaching and learning, ensuring the welfare of children while contributing positively to the school community. Ideal qualifications include GCSEs in English and Maths and HLTA status. The role emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and a commitment to safeguarding. Applications close on January 19, 2026, with interviews scheduled for January 22, 2026.

Benefits

Bespoke continual professional development

Support from experienced leadership

Kind and respectful work environment

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C or equivalent.
• HLTA status or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Understanding of the National Curriculum and the EYFS Framework.

Responsibilities

• Support high quality teaching and learning.
• Ensure welfare of children at all times.
• Promote and manage behaviour and relationships constructively.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work flexibly

Skills in emotional regulation

Team player

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent)

HLTA status (or QTS)

Tools

Technology usage

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The governors at Westways Primary are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is looking to join our fantastic school community and work as part of our Early Years and Key Stage 1 teams. The right candidate will help to support high quality teaching and learning as well as the effective use of resources to bring about improved standards of achievement for all pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Develops and maintains high standards to ensure the welfare of the children at all times.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Is confident in regularly covering full classes across Early Years and Key Stage 1.
• Shows initiative and the ability to use judgement and common sense.
• Has a flexible approach to enable reactive working.
• Can form positive and caring relationships with children which motivates them to learn, grow and be confident.
• Are committed to inclusion and working in partnership with our parents and carers.
• Can work within an established system to promote and manage behaviour and relationships constructively, promoting self-control and independence.
• Is able to demonstrate a range of strategies used to support emotional regulation.
• Uses strategies, under the supervision and guidance of the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Is a team player who is willing to contribute to the ethos and wider community of the school.
• Has a sense of humour, combined with energy and enthusiasm.
• Shares our commitment to professional development.

The successful candidate will have:

• GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent).
• HLTA status (or QTS).
• Understanding of National Curriculum and the EYFS Framework.
• Confidence with using technology.
• Be able to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding.

What the school offers its staff

• A school that puts the children at the heart of everything we do.
• An outward looking school that has been recently inspected.
• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• Respectful, kind and aspirational children.
• An inclusive school that celebrates, embraces and is proud of its diversity.
• Bespoke continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Support from an experienced senior leadership team.
• Time and support to ensure you are able to perform successfully in this role.
• Mutual respect and collaboration with staff who understand the value of teamwork.

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application please telephone Vicky Phillips, School Business Manager, on 0114 266 2471 to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Closing date: Monday 19th January 2026 at midday

Shortlisting: Afternoon of Monday 19th January 2026

Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.