Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Farlingaye High School, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4JX

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  24 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £20,755.29 - £23,295.78 Annually (Actual) £30,024- £ 33,699 - Annually FTE

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

We are looking to appoint to the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our vibrant and driven Learning Support Team. We have two vacancies available; one role will have a literacy focus. Ideally you will already be qualified as an HLTA or be close to completing the HLTA qualification with experience of working in a school or alternatively, you may be working in a similar role and are willing to undertake the formal training required to fulfil the role.

A team-player is essential but also is the ability to work with minimal supervision, knowing when to seek support and advice. You will need to have good communication skills and be able to foster good working relationships with students and colleagues. It is essential that the successful candidate has a flexible approach to all aspects of the job role and the ability to cope with a wide range of tasks. You must be able to handle sensitive information confidentially.

If you would like to discuss the job role further, please do not hesitate to contact Julie Moore, SENCO, or Lauren Teeling, Headteacher's PA either at the school on 01394 385720 or via email: jmoore@farlingaye.suffolk.sch.uk or hr@farlingaye.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9.00 am Tuesday, 24th March

Interview Date: Thursday, 26th March 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for all posts.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Bungay High School, Holbrook Academy, Kesgave High School, Castle EAST School, EAST SCITT and six primary schools Aldeburgh, Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston, Saxmundham and Kyson with whom we work closely with.

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

Farlingaye High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share and adhere to this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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 Farlingaye High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1883 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Farlingaye High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/farlingaye-high-school

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