Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4EP

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  20th April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

• Closing date

  27 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 31.65 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - fixed term until 31/08/2028
• Full-time equivalent salary: Level 3A - Actual annual salary £19,143 (FTE £26,519)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide 1-to-1 support for a specific pupil through to the 2027/2028 academic year. You will play a vital role in the pupil’s academic and emotional development across both our school and an Alternative Provision (AP).

Key Responsibilities

• 1:1 Support:Deliver tailored interventions and activities based on the pupil’s needs.

• Off-Site Travel:Accompany the pupil to scheduledAlternative Provisionsessions to ensure continuity.

• Well-being:Support self-regulation, social skills, and independence.

• Whole School Cover: Provide cover to class and small group working as needed

Requirements

• Experience:Proven history supporting children withASD, ADHD, or SEMH.

• Resilience:A calm, patient, and flexible approach to challenging situations.

• Logistics:Ability to travel for off-site provision and collaborate with external partners.

What the school offers its staff

Our school prides itself on providing a happy, safe, secure and supportive learning environment. At Mawgan-in-Pydar every child is special and unique.All our children are encouraged to care for and support one another.

At the centre of our ethos is an unwavering belief that all children can succeed and should enjoy their school experience while achieving their full potential. Our aspiration is that every child can feel that they are part of a vibrant, caring community. A community in which they can feel confident enough to try new things without fear of failure and one in which everybody has something to offer and something to learn.

We aim to give every child the opportunity to excel not only academically, which we certainly do, but in every area of their life.

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

Aspire Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and vetting checks.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 106 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School website
• Email address: jobs@aspireacademytrust.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mawgan-in-pydar-primary-school

Our school prides itself on providing a happy, safe, secure and supportive learning environment. At Mawgan-in-Pydar every child is special and unique. All our children are encouraged to care for and support one another.

At the centre of our ethos is an unwavering belief that all children can succeed and should enjoy their school experience while achieving their full potential. Our aspiration is that every child can feel that they are part of a vibrant, caring community. A community in which they can feel confident enough to try new things without fear of failure and one in which everybody has something to offer and something to learn.

We aim to give every child the opportunity to excel not only academically, which we certainly do, but in every area of their life.

Arranging a visit to Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@aspireacademytrust.org.

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