Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Cherry Tree Academy, Pontefract, WF8 2HN

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  17 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 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: Unqualified – Grade 6 FTE £28,598-31,022 Actual £24,790 - £26,891. Qualified – Grade 7 FTE £31,537-£34,434 Actual £27,337-£29,849
• Additional allowances:

  Unqualified – Grade 6 FTE £28,598-31,022 Actual £24,790 - £26,891. Qualified – Grade 7 FTE £31,537-£34,434 Actual £27,337-£29,849

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Thank you for your interest in the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

Waterton Academy Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the team at Cherry Tree Academy. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have a specialism or strong interest in PE and sports, and we highly encourage applications from individuals with this expertise.

Cherry Tree Academy is on an exciting school improvement journey with all stakeholders firmly committed to providing high-quality education for all pupils. We seek to ensure that every pupil achieves their full potential and develops a sense of belonging to our school community and family of schools.

The Governors, leaders and children of Cherry Tree Academy are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with the teaching staff supporting children with their learning and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and talented individual to take a key role in our team. We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for education - someone who is driven to make a difference to the lives of the children they work with.

Applying for a role at Cherry Tree Academy offers the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community that values both its pupils and staff. The academy is committed to creating a positive working environment where teamwork, professional development, and wellbeing are prioritised, allowing staff to grow in their careers while making a real difference in children’s lives. With a strong focus on inclusion, high standards of teaching, and a shared vision for success, Cherry Tree Academy provides a rewarding and fulfilling place to work for those passionate about education.

Interested candidates are welcome and strongly encouraged to visit Cherry Tree Academy prior to applying we have a number of open days to have a look around our amazing school on 14th April and 16th April at 10am please book your preferred date in advance by contacting Cherry Tree Office on 01924 967603 or cherrytreeoffice@watertonacademytrust.org

We look forward to receiving your application.

Warm Regards,

Adam Dawson

Headteacher

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Waterton Academy Trust is committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Safer recruitment processes are followed which all applicants will be subject to. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate and two satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of any unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to interview.
The Trust is committed in ensuring that all employees and applicants are treated equally and fairly.

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 Cherry Tree Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 240 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cherry Tree Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cherry-tree-academy-wf8-2hn

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