Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Pensans Community Primary School, Penzance, Cornwall, TR20 8UH21 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
15 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 30 hours per week. Term time only Mon-Fri 8:45a.m – 3.15pm (30 minutes unpaid break)
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until August 2027
Pay scale
- TPAT Point 6
What skills and experience we're looking for
At Pensans we believe every child deserves to feel seen, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best. We are a vibrant, inclusive primary school where curiosity is celebrated, kindness is expected, and learning is an adventure. Our staff team is united by a shared commitment: to nurture confident, resilient learners who are ready for the next stage of their journey—both academically and personally.
We are seeking to appoint a committed HTLA to take a pro-active role as a key member of staff our school. The job will include stepping into the teaching role when needed, leading small group interventions and helping to drive learning across the school. As a year 5/6 TA, you will be a steady, encouraging presence for pupils in their final year of primary school, helping them master key skills, prepare for SATs, and transition confidently to secondary education.
About You:
As an HLTA, you will:
Deliver planned lessons to whole classes in the absence of the teacher, ensuring learning continues seamlessly.
Lead targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy, using assessment data to adapt your approach. Input this data into assessment tools and support teachers to create, update and evaluate individual learning plans.
Model excellent classroom practice and assist other support staff. Encourage the use of ICT to advance students’ knowledge during the lesson.
Be happy to contribute to the wider life of the school. eg. School council, enrichment clubs.
This role requires initiative, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting pupils in achieving their full potential.
As a Year 6 TA, you will:
Provide in-class support during English, maths, and foundation subjects.
Prep and lead small group and one-to-one interventions to boost confidence and attainment.
Help pupils prepare for SATs through targeted revision and practice and support pupils’ emotional wellbeing during this important transition year.
Assist with classroom organisation, displays, and resources.
Assist with lunch and break time supervision of students on a rota basis in accordance with the school’s procedures for playground supervision.
Administer minor first aid and medically prescribed drugs if trained as per procedure.
What You'll Bring
Experience supporting teaching and learning in Key Stage 2.
For HLTA: HLTA status (or willingness to work towards it) and confidence in delivering whole-class lessons.
A calm, positive, and encouraging approach that inspires trust and respect.
Strong communication skills with pupils, staff, and parents.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Why You'll Love It Here
A warm, collaborative team who genuinely care about each other and our pupils.
Working in a fun, fast classroom environment with some brilliant learners. Lots of exciting trips, experiences and laughs as a class.
Staff wellbeing initiatives and access to wellbeing support.
The chance to make a tangible difference in children’s lives that varies every single day.
This is an exciting time to join our school. Our staff are our most important resource, and the successful candidate will have our full support in their continuing professional development.
What the school offers its staff
Working for TPAT and Benefits
‘The Trust that Schools want to join’ Ofsted - 2019
We are an inclusive and progressive Trust and believe that all children and young people should have the best possible life chances. If you share this belief, we would love you to work with us.
We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities. Whether you choose to work in one of our schools, or are based in our central team, you will thrive in a stimulating, friendly and diverse environment that nurtures talent and celebrates success.
If you choose to work for us, you will receive:
- A competitive salary
- National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye voucher scheme
- Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issueshhtps://www.employeeassistance.org.uk/
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Pensans Community Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 121 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Pensans Community Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@tpacademytrust.org
- Phone number
- 01736 363627
Vision
At Pensans all children are recognised and valued as individuals with unlimited potential. We will work together with parents and the community to achieve the best outcomes for our children so that they become; confident ambassadors for the school and positive members of our community who act with integrity for the good of all.
Pensans Community Aspirational Relationships Experiences Success
Aims
All children and adults are safe
Our school is an inspiring place where all children love to learn
We work together to create an open, welcoming school that is at the centre of the community
We have high expectations of children and staff.
Values
We show respect for ourselves, for others and for our environment.
We treat everyone equally with consideration and courtesy.
We are fully committed to our learning and teaching.
We take a pride in our school; contribute positively to the best of our abilities, and we are honest, open and fair in our dealings with one another.
Arranging a visit to Pensans Community Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tpacademytrust.org.
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