Teaching Assistant (TA) / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

About the job

Key information

• Permanent from January 2027
• 32.5 hours per week (split role of TA 23.75hrs and HLTA 8.75hrs)
• Term time plus one week (39 working weeks)
• Pro-rated combined salary range £20,362-£21,553 per annum, based on: HLTA: Grade 12 salary range of £29,542-£33,119pa, and TA – Grade 14 salary range of £26,016-£26,847pa

What will I be doing?

Inspire confidence, nurture ambition and help every child succeed.

Spaxton CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant/Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work alongside our dedicated class teachers to provide a stable, caring, stimulating and supportive learning environment, which enables pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. The role is predominantly based in our Key Stage 2 class with some time spent within our Reception/Key Stage 1.

The core purpose of the roles is to work with the class teacher to ensure all pupils are engaged in their learning and are making sustained progress, as well as promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. This will be through 1:1 and small group sessions.

This post is a combined role, and as HLTA, your duties will also include covering and leading class teaching and directing the work of other adults in supporting learning, as required. You will also use your expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities. Additional HLTA uplift available on an ad-hoc basis.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Ideal candidates will:

• Have previous TA experience with a good standard of literacy and numeracy
• HLTA qualification or the ability to cover lessons and lead classroom teaching
• ideally have experience of working across the primary school age-range
• Have a commitment to supporting and understanding pupil needs
• Possess a positive, ‘can do’ and flexible attitude and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team

What is in it for me?

Our delightful children are polite, enthusiastic and hardworking and we have a welcoming family atmosphere and caring ethos based on our Church School Vision and Values of ‘Together we flourish and achieve’. We offer a nurturing and inclusive environment for children and staff to flourish with a supportive community of staff, governors, parents and volunteers. In addition, as a member of our inclusive and collaborative Trust, you will also have access to opportunities for professional growth and development, a fantastic pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and retail discounts via the Blue Light Card.

DBS check

Enhanced DBS check required

Supporting documents and information

If you are passionate about helping children thrive, come and join our caring and supportive team, inspiring pupils to develop confidence, resilience and ambition. Join a team that helps every child believe, achieve and reach their potential.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact the school on office@spaxton-qet.co.uk or 01278 671409 to arrange an appointment.

Closing Date for Applications: 22 November 2026

To apply, please visit My New Term

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert early should we be able to appoint an appropriate candidate

The Quantock Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The advertised post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, References, Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.

For application details and further information please visit the Trust website

Apply on the Spaxton CE Primary School website

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