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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Norton Free Church of England Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 8JS

Deadline is tomorrow

• Start date details

  10/11/25 or as soon as possible thereafter.

• Closing date

  31 October 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 30 hours per week which can be negotiated for the right person across the week. 39 weeks per year.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 5: £30,024 - £32,597 full time equivalent

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of Norton Free C of E Primary School are seeking a hardworking and committed HLTA to join our team on a permanent basis. The position will involve covering classes across the school from Foundation Stage to Year 6 at agreed times and supporting children in school with high needs (in a small group environment for part of the time). This is an excellent professional development opportunity which provides valuable teaching experience and the opportunity to have a real impact on the children at our school.

Norton Free C of E Primary School is a one-form entry school with approximately 211 pupils on roll, situated in the south west of the city. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive staff team. Our children love to learn and enjoy school. We build strong relationships with our families and the community. We have a strong focus on Sport and wellbeing, with our values aligning with the values of the School Games.

We are looking for someone who:

• Plans and teaches high quality lessons across the curriculum, providing planned or emergency cover across the school
• Has enthusiasm and energy with an ability to inspire and enthuse all children so learning is a rich and enjoyable experience
• Is committed to making the most of opportunities to develop as an engaged professional
• Is a skilled and committed team player who can work closely with colleagues to support excellent outcomes for children
• Is excellent at building positive and caring relationships with children
• Is able to respond positively to the needs of all learners, including those with SEND

This role has arisen due to the retirement of the previous post holder.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A very friendly and mutually supportive place to learn and work
• Lovely children who try their best
• The chance to have a real impact, making a positive difference to our children’s lives and outcomes
• A professional and committed staff and governor team
• A supportive community who want the best for their children and Enthusiastic learners who deserve only the best
• Regular, high quality professional development opportunities
• A friendly, supportive place to work

Flexible working opportunities

We can negotiate the hours worked across the week for the right person. We would like someone to start as soon as possible, but can change the start date for the right person.

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

All of our staff are committed to safeguarding and providing a safe, nurturing environment enabling all children to flourish. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

HLTA ADVERT SEPTEMBER 2025 Norton Free.docx - 28 KB (opens in new tab)

High Level Teaching Assistant L4 NF Job description.doc - 57 KB (opens in new tab)

About Norton Free Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 214 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Norton Free Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: headteacher@nortonfree.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01142745873
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/norton-free-church-of-england-primary-school

The children, staff and governors are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant from 10/11/25. We are a friendly, one form entry primary school from FS to Y6 and we were judged to be 'good' in June 2023 by Ofsted. We are an oversubscribed school in the Norton area of Sheffield (South West) and we are seeking to appoint a dedicated, caring practitioner to provide bespoke support for some of our children and occasionally cover PPA. The days of work will be Monday to Friday for 30 hours per week. Hours can be negotiated for the right person, to fit with you. The contract will start from 1/11/25 and there will be a transition period in the first week. This is a permanent position. There will be opportunities for additional work occasionally (in other year groups) if you would like to but this is not essential.
We are a strong, happy team and encourage those with a sense of humour and a sense of perspective to apply. It is a lovely school to be a part of.

Arranging a visit to Norton Free Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email headteacher@nortonfree.sheffield.sch.uk.

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