Higher Level Teaching Assistant

The Star Multi Academy Trust, Tadcaster, LS24 9NB

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  25 June 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  11 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £20,108.00 - £21,443.00 Annually (Actual) Grade F (point 9-13), 32.5 hours per week

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Term Time Only + training days) We are open to flexible working requests including part time working.

Grade: F (point 9 -13)

This role will be based in Riverside primary and Brayton primary.

Our TMP will be an exciting development for North Yorkshire and the Selby locality. With bases in Riverside Primary School in Tadcaster and Brayton CofE Primary School in Selby, our vision is to provide a bespoke educational setting for up to sixteen children with EHCPs within inclusive mainstream settings.

This is a unique opportunity to support vital provision for our children, with the support of experienced professionals in each school and alongside the wider Trust team.

Both schools have friendly and dedicated staff who always put the needs of children first. We are seeking to appoint a caring, hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our committed staff team who have high aspirations both for themselves and our children, have a passion for learning, are proactive and dependable and have strong interpersonal skills and a positive outlook. In return we can offer you the opportunity to make a real difference to children’s learning.

We are seeking a dedicated practitioner to work as a HLTA supporting the TMP leader. We are looking for someone who:

~ Has high expectations and aspirations for themselves and the children

~ Has a passion for learning

~ Is a proactive team player who leads by example

~ Has strong interpersonal skills and a positive outlook

~ Has a good knowledge of current educational priorities and research

The STAR Multi Academy Trust is a great place to work; we are offering the opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic team with highly effective teaching assistants who are committed to enhancing the experiences of all our students. STAR Multi Academy Trust is strengthening our existing partnership with other local schools.

Unlock Your Potential and Thrive with STAR MAT! We're dedicated to supporting our staff with a comprehensive package of opportunities, incentives, and benefits designed to enhance your well-being and career growth. Enjoy:

• Exclusive Savings and Experiences: Dive into our employee benefits website, your gateway to fantastic discounts on everything from everyday shopping to dream holidays and unforgettable days out.

• Your Well-being Matters: Access our confidential Employee Assistance helpline for expert advice and support, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

• Invest in Your Future: Embrace continuous training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth and unlocking new possibilities.

A Safe and Inclusive Environment: At STAR MAT, the safeguarding of children is paramount. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all. As part of our commitment, successful candidates will undergo DBS checks, pre-employment checks, and online searches, all conducted with professionalism and respect for your privacy. We champion equality and ensure fair and equitable treatment for every member of our team.

At STAR we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We celebrate the unique contributions of each team member and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, where differences are not only embraced but are seen as a source of strength.

We understand that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our policies, practices, and the way we do business. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, unbiased, and inclusive, and we are continuously working to improve them. Visit the website here for access to our recruitment policies.

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 are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About The Star Multi Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
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