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  • Start date details

    September 2025

  • Closing date

    15 July 2025 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    1 July 2025

Job details

Job role

  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

TSAT Pay Group 4 Pro rata £21,951 - £25,329 for hours and weeks stated (£28,958 - £33,413 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about making a difference in our pupils' lives and eager to support their learning journey in a collaborative education setting?

We are seeking a Higher Level Teacher Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated and supportive team working across our Meon Way Federation Schools in both Key Stage 1 and 2.

In this vital role, you will:

•Deliver lessons to cover teacher PPA time and training across the Meon Way Federation Schools

•Work alongside class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils, promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion

•Support individual pupils or small groups to access the curriculum and engage actively in their learning

•Play a crucial role in both classroom-based and wider school activities

You will be an integral part of the school community, making a tangible difference every day.

What you will need to succeed:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description

  • A HLTA qualification would be desirable or the attribute to work towards obtaining this
  • Previous experience in Key Stage 1 or/and Key Stage 2
  • Passionate about inclusive education with the ability to support all learners
  • A team player with initiative, able to work collaboratively while also demonstrating independence
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills in order to establish strong working relationships with a wide range of people including pupils, staff, parents and external professionals.
  • An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing

What the school offers its staff

Meon Infant School, Meon Junior School and Moorings Way Infant School have joined forces to become Meon Way Federation. We have a highly motivated and talented team and children are encouraged to become confident, caring and articulate and to use their abilities to the full. We provide an atmosphere, which enables the children to acquire a wide range of knowledge, skills and practical abilities.

“Staff all enjoy working here and agree that leaders are considerate of staff’s well-being”– Ofsted

Meon Way Federation is a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. This enables us to create a unique offer for children: an "all-through" educational journey in which they remain with the same family of schools throughout their education.

There are five primary schools and one secondary school in Portsmouth who benefit from Thinking Schools' award-winning resources, curriculum, and collaboration opportunities.

What our Trust will offer you:

  • Competitive Pay Scales
  • Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
  • Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
  • Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
  • Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
  • Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
  • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
  • TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
  • Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
  • TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
  • Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
  • Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

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.

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About Meon Junior School

School type
Academy, ages 7 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
349 pupils enrolled
Age range
7 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report

Arranging a visit to Meon Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Caroline.Sage@meonjun.tsat.uk.

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