Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Reading Intervention Specialist)

St Aidan's Church of England High School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 8JR

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £20,199.00 - £21,886.00 Annually (Actual)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Reading Intervention Specialist) job summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Reading Intervention Specialist)

Term time only, including Training Days

Grade F (points 8-13) £20,199 - £21,886 per annum (actual)

32.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 8:45am until 4pm)

Do you want to work in a school where the behaviour and attitudes of students is outstanding, a school which is driven by strong values, a caring ethos and a commitment to educational excellence, and where each and every student knows the gift of life in all its fullness? Furthermore, a school where extra-curricular success is amongst the highest in the country and student outcomes are well above national average.

St. Aidan’s CE High School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team as a Reading Intervention Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting students to develop their literacy skills and achieve their full potential. Working under the overall direction of the Headteacher and day-to-day leadership of the SENDCo, the postholder will contribute to raising standards of reading across the school.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and monitoring targeted reading intervention sessions for students, working both one-to-one and with small groups. These sessions will focus on developing phonics, fluency and comprehension skills, and will be carefully tailored to meet individual needs. You will assess students’ progress through screening and ongoing evaluation, using this information to inform future planning and ensure the best possible outcomes

You will play a key role in maintaining accurate records of student progress and communicating effectively with teaching staff, families and other professionals. Building strong relationships with students and supporting their confidence and engagement in learning will be central to the role. You will also contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that safeguarding and student wellbeing remain a priority at all times.

In addition, you will work collaboratively as part of a wider team, including leading and supporting non-teaching staff where appropriate. The role requires someone who understands the importance of teamwork, information sharing and multi-agency working, and who is able to contribute positively to the school’s ethos and community.

We are looking for a motivated individual with a strong understanding of reading strategies and interventions, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people. The ideal candidate will be organised, adaptable and committed to continuous professional development.

Completed applications should be submitted via My New Term by 9am on Thursday, 25th June 2026.

Interviews will be held on Thursday, 2nd July 2026.

Safeguarding

St Aidan’s Church of England High School (Part of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

St Aidan’s Church of England High School (Part of YCST) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of YCST. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Aidan's Church of England High School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 2026 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Aidan's Church of England High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-aidan-s-church-of-england-high-school-harrogate

St. Aidan’s Church of England High School requires for September 2023, a well-qualified History graduate to join a successful Department in our flourishing School. There are approximately 2000 pupils on roll with over 1000 students in an Associated Sixth Form with St John Fisher Catholic High School.

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