Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Mereside Church of England Primary Academy, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6LE19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
11 June 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
20 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 26 hours per week - worked over 4 days, 8.30am to 3.30pm (half an hour lunch break)
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £13.69 - £14.91
What skills and experience we're looking for
Mereside Primary School, located in the vibrant community of Shrewsbury, is searching for a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. The successful candidate will possess a minimum Level 3 qualification and have a proven track record of supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and 2. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, creativity, and the ability to adapt to different classroom environments. Previous experience in leading small group interventions and providing support to teachers is desirable. This role requires a passionate individual who is committed to creating a stimulating and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
What the school offers its staff
At Mereside Primary School, we value our staff and provide a supportive and collaborative working environment. As an HLTA at our school, you will have access to a comprehensive Continuous Professional Development (CPD) package, tailored to support your professional growth and enhance your skills. We are committed to nurturing talent within our team and offer opportunities for career progression and potential to extend working hours based on performance and school requirements. Join us at Mereside Primary School and embark on a rewarding journey where your dedication and passion for education will be celebrated
Commitment to safeguarding
Mereside Church of England Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils, the successful candidate must receive a satisfactory enhanced DBS check before taking up the post. A declaration regarding spent and current convictions forms part of the application process. Online searches will be conducted prior to shortlisting and right to work checks will be completed at interview.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to jobs@mereside.shropshire.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Mereside Church of England Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 369 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mereside Church of England Primary Academy website
- Email address
- admin@mereside.shropshire.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01743 356283
Situated in the historic town of Shrewsbury, Mereside Church of England Primary Academy is a proud member of St Chad’s Academies Trust.
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