Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Willowbrook School, Exeter, Devon, EX4 8NN

10 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  16 July 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £29,572 - £32,654

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Salary: NJC Grade E: £29,572 - £32,654 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 14 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Willowbrook School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school in the heart of Exeter. As a proud member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, we are committed to collaboration, innovation, and excellence in education. Our dedicated team works closely with colleagues across the Trust to share best practices and continually enhance our provision.

We are seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our warm and welcoming team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and looking to make a real difference in children’s lives.

About the Role:

Deliver engaging lessons during teachers’ PPA time Support a diverse range of learners across the school Opportunity to lead outdoor learning sessions (desirable) Work collaboratively with teaching staff to support pupil progress

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

Is committed to doing their very best for every child Has strong organisational skills and a reflective approach Demonstrates empathy, flexibility, and initiative Holds a good standard of English and maths Is enthusiastic about professional development and possibly considering a future in teaching

What We Offer:

A supportive and friendly team environment Opportunities for professional growth and training A chance to be part of a forward-thinking and inclusive school community

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 9am on Wednesday 16th July 2025, interviews will be held on Friday 18th July 2025.

All shortlisted 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.

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 Willowbrook School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: Up to 420 pupils
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Willowbrook School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/willowbrook-school-exeter

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