Curriculum Specialist

Tinsley Meadows Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 1SG

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  9 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £15494.87 - £16822.75

Curriculum Specialist job summary

FRMAT are now seeking to appoint a highly motivated HLTA/ Curriculum Specialist to work at Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy. This role will involve working across all key stages, providing cover for class teachers and will involve teaching subjects across the curriculum (the successful candidate will also receive their own PPA time on a weekly basis). The role will also include running clubs after school in line with contracted hours.

 

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy is part of Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust which has outcomes for children at the forefront of its vision. We have a vast amount of experience in raising attainment which, in turn, helps us to raise children’s aspirations for a happy safe and positive future.

 

As well as this, we are passionate about being an employer of choice. Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to investing heavily in its staff. Our workforce is the jewel in our crown and the reason our children succeed. Our Workforce Charter has been carefully crafted in consultation with unions to ensure staff are equipped with both the professional development and personal support needed to excel in their role and develop their career. We are committed to improving well-being through the reduction of workload, well-being initiatives and creating a professional development offer that focuses much more on investment and support as opposed to the monitoring and management of performance. 

 

By applying for this position you will be applying to be part of a forward thinking, caring trust that puts children and staff at the centre of all decisions.

 

We are looking for a candidate who:

 

·       Has a high expectations for every child.

·       Has a commitment to on-going personal and professional development

·       Has an interest in and a strong commitment to supporting children’s learning, development and well-being

·       Is caring and compassionate, treating children and colleagues with respect as individuals. Uphold the ethical principles and code of conduct

·       Values diversity, equity and inclusion and have high expectations for every child

·       Is innovative and creative

·       Is an effective team player and contribute to the whole school community

·       Is an excellent organiser and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude

·       Has a record of good to outstanding teaching or a strong commitment to developing your practice to become outstanding.

·       Has a strong understanding of the national curriculum.

 

If you think you have the skills, knowledge and passion needed and would like to work in a busy, friendly environment where staff are valued, we would be delighted to hear from you.

 

Our trust is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We welcome and support applications from individuals with protected characteristics. We value each other’s identity and we are committed to promoting opportunities for all by ensuring equity across the MAT. Together, we learn and grow by embracing multiple perspectives, experiences and cultures. Our differences are our strengths.

 

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff. Any disclosures made by candidates will be treated confidentially and not lead to discrimination.

 

Accommodations will be provided upon request to support applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process. Flexible working will be considered if suitable to the role.

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Tinsley Meadows Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 670 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tinsley Meadows Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tinsley-meadows-primary-school

Tinsley Meadows Primary Academy is part of Five Rivers Multi Academy Trust, and is a leading Sheffield school for children aged 2-11 years. We are a school that invests heavily in staff to ensure that they are equipped with the tools and techniques to excel in this significantly rewarding environment. We know great talent when we see it and we do not underestimate the power of professional and personal development. We provide high quality CPD, coaching opportunities, networking and team teaching so as to create strong, effective, and inspirational leaders of the future. We also support trainee teachers through Teach First and School Direct routes and have a successful record of contributing towards quality training packages to develop outstanding practice. We invest in our staff and understand the importance of creating a strong work/life balance.

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