Higher Level Teaching Assistant

St David's CofE Primary School, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4EE

48 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  13 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  26 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £30,518 - £33,699

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Salary: NJC Grade E: £30,518 - £33,699 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 12.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

St Davids Primary School are seeking a dedicated and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. Our vision and values, rooted in Christian principles, create a nurturing, ambitious and inclusive learning environment for all. We are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work across the school, providing cover for teachers during PPA and leadership time.

About the Role

Working under an agreed system of supervision, you will:

Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities to individuals, groups and whole classes

Support teachers by helping create an engaging learning environment and preparing resources

Monitor, assess and record pupils’ progress, providing detailed feedback and evidence

Lead small‑group interventions and support delivery of literacy, numeracy and other curriculum strategies

Contribute to out‑of‑school learning activities as required

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who can bring energy, compassion and commitment to the role.

Essential qualities include:

Experience working with children across key stages

Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor delivering whole‑class activities

English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 or equivalent

Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills

Desirable (but not essential):

Previous HLTA experience

Willingness to undertake relevant training

First Aid qualification

Awareness of health and safety practices

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a supportive and committed team, working together to ensure every child achieves their full potential.

We offer:

A collaborative and nurturing school environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

The chance to develop specialist skills and take on leadership within the support team

The opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils’ learning, wellbeing and future opportunities

If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 13th May 2026, interviews will be held on Monday 18th May 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search. 

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

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

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

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 David's CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 96 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St David's CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-david-s-cofe-primary-school

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