Higher Level Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant

Sidbury Church of England Primary School, Sidbury, Devon, EX10 0SB

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  3 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,989 - £30,518

Higher Level Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant job summary

Salary:

HLTA: NJC Grade E: £30,518 - £33,699 FTE

TA: NJC Grade C: £25,989 - £26,403 FTE

(The above values will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working pattern: These are fixed term positions working a total of 37.25 hours per week, 24.25 hours per week grade C TA (6 hours of which will be worked in the After School Club), 13 hours per week HLTA, 39 weeks per year

Sidbury C of E Primary School are seeking a dedicated and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting teaching, learning and pupil development across the school.

About the Role

As HLTA 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

As TA, your key responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils’ welfare and personal care, including those with SEND Implementing literacy and numeracy interventions Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence You will also assist with supervision during break/lunchtimes and accompany pupils on trips when required.

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.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 3rd July 2026, interviews will be held on Tuesday 7th July 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

Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

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 Sidbury Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 135 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sidbury Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sidbury-church-of-england-primary-school-sidbury

We are a forward-thinking school with a passion to prepare our children for a rapidly changing world. We will actively seek opportunities to equip children with thinking skills, global perspective, and respect for British values. Developing these skills is the corner stone of the education we offer; through working collaboratively we strive to ensure that every child enjoys self-worth, self-motivation and a high self-esteem. Success and challenge should be part of every child's learning journey in order to ensure that they are prepared for tomorrow.

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