HLTA

St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 0ET

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.25 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - upto 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Grade 6 scp 19 – 24 Actual Salary £23,627 - £26,097 (£32,061- £35,412 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

St. Patrick’s R C Primary School are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

St. Patrick’s is looking for a HLTA who is experienced in working as Teaching Assistant across both KS1 AND KS2. In your role as a HLTA you will perform additional duties to a Teaching Assistant. You will support teaching and learning in classes as well as planning and preparing lessons when the class teacher is not available. Where necessary, you will also deliver support to small groups to help improve outcomes for pupils. As this role includes working across both KS1 and KS2, you should be confident in working with all ages. You should be an excellent communicator, committed to meeting the needs of all pupils and willing to adapt. Candidates with subject specialism are encouraged to apply e.g. PE, Music etc.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Proficient in English and Maths
• Computer literacy, including confidence in incorporating computers into classroom lessons and using digital record-keeping software
• Support learners in social and emotional well-being, reporting to the class teacher or pastoral lead where necessary
• Confident to plan and deliver lessons to a KS1 or KS2 class
• Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities to classes, small groups or 1:1
• Adapt and modify activities to meet the needs of all learners
• Identify barriers to learning and devise strategies to support learners
• Verbal and written communication for effective classroom instruction and understanding students’ needs
• Excellent Interpersonal skillsfor working with students, Teachers and parents and carers
• Understanding of the expectations of the KS1and KS2 curriculum

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

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

The Trust is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and overseas police checks (where applicable). Please see STOC’s Safeguarding and Recruitment Policies for further details. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.

Applying for the job

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About St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 304 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-patrick-s-roman-catholic-primary-school

At St Patrick’s we are very proud of our children and their achievements. We are committed to serving your children and supporting the whole family as well as St Patrick’s Parish community. Pupils feel safe and valued within our Catholic Christian atmosphere. Our curriculum has been carefully designed to ensure that each child reaches their full potential.

Arranging a visit to St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@stoccat.org.uk.

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