Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Ravenfield Primary Academy, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 4LZ

49 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  28 August 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Band G £24,478.99 to £26,290.81 Per Annum Pro Rata (£32,061 to £34,434 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and talented professional to the post of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) at Ravenfield Primary Academy. The successful candidate will be a highly effective, aspirational individual with expertise in the primary phase, who has the drive and ability to continue the school’s journey to excellence. The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner, who will work across KS1 and KS2. You will be committed to supporting our ambition to secure high levels of attainment and progress for all our young people through delivering exceptional experiences.

As part of the Maltby Learning Trust, the person appointed will be joining a highly inspirational and ambitious organisation, which strives for excellence in all it does to achieve the best possible outcomes for its pupils. The Trust is a successful and highly collaborative partnership of local schools committed to raising the educational ambitions of the communities it serves. As part of the Trust, we can offer the successful candidate a variety of opportunities for development and progression across all phases.

Are you someone who:

• Can model exemplary pedagogy?

• Is committed to developing a culture of CPD and collaboration?

• Has the energy and enthusiasm to engage pupils?

• Can champion change and think differently?

The successful candidate will be:

• An outstanding practitioner who secures excellent progress and attainment by exciting and inspiring learners through their innovative practice.

• An ambitious and enthusiastic professional who is committed to raising standards for all.

• A dedicated team player who is willing to contribute to the wider life of the Academy.

•A positive individual who can adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas.

What the school offers its staff

In return we offer:

• A highly supportive induction programme and access to mentoring from an experienced team.
• An opportunity to work collaboratively within a multi academy trust.
• A range of employee benefits (some subject to successful 6 months probation) including:
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • 24/7 access to telephone/video GP service
  • Cash healthcare plan.
  • Staff Rewards Gateway
  • Smart Tech

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Ravenfield Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 201 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Ravenfield Primary Academy website
• Email address: info@ravenfieldprimaryacademy.com
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ravenfield-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Ravenfield Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@ravenfieldprimaryacademy.com.

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