High Level Teaching Assistant

Windwhistle Primary School, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 3TZ

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 November 2026

• Closing date

  28 September 2026 at 11:59am

• Date listed

  9 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: 18,869.32

High Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Inspire learning, support success, make a difference.

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the skills, confidence and passion to support high-quality teaching and help children achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive and ambitious team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering learning, supporting pupils across the school, and helping create an engaging and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Hours: 24 hours per week Monday to Friday term time only including 24 inset hours per academic year

Interview date: 2 October 2026

Start date: 2 November 2026

Contract: fixed term until 31 August 2027, protentional to be extended subject to funding

About the role

• Deliver learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Supervise classes during teacher absence and support continuity of learning.
• Work closely with teachers to plan, adapt and deliver learning interventions.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to assessment processes.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, independence and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support our positive school culture.

About You

• Has a minimum of four years' experience working within a school environment.
• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification in education or child development.
• Has strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Can confidently lead learning activities and support whole-class teaching.
• Has experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs.
• Possesses excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable and able to use their initiative effectively.
• Is committed to raising achievement and ensuring every child reaches their potential.

The following would be advantageous:

• HLTA status, a Foundation Degree, or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience leading targeted intervention programmes.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Expertise in a particular curriculum area or pastoral provision.

We are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally. In return for your dedication, we offer

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills and progress your career.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community focused on achieving the best outcomes for children.

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 Windwhistle Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 331 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Windwhistle Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/windwhistle-primary-school

Why choose Windwhistle?
• We focus on building children’s confidence. We work hard to build self-esteem and create a supportive learning environment. We value emotional well-being alongside academic achievement.
• Strong pastoral support: We have extensive support in place for children's social and emotional needs.
• You will make an impact. You’ll work hard but develop as a teacher and make a huge difference in an area of high-deprivation.
• Community building: We work closely with families and partners to ensure every child feels valued and supported within a community that faces many challenges.

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