Higher Level Teaching Assistant

• Chilton Community Primary School, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1NN
• £29,093 - £30,060 FTE, depending on experience
• 31.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Part Time
• Fixed term until July 2026
• Reference: 6792
• Required as soon as possible

We are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide short-term cover of classes both in planned and in unexpected, non-timetabled situations. Experience and/or qualifications in supporting pupils with behavioural or learning needs are also highly desirable.

Candidates must have good literacy and numeracy skills (at least GCSE C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths), and a HLTA qualification or in the process of completing the qualification.

You will:

• be an effective role model in all aspects of the job, including appearance, interactions, behaviour and maintain high expectations
• consistently act in an approachable and supportive manner towards team members
• conduct interventions to support both learning and pastoral need
• liaise with families and other agencies to provide appropriate support
• collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to effectively address the needs of children
• demonstrate initiative and communicate effectively with teaching staff, pupils, and parents
• share in the whole school responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils at the school
• work co-operatively with other colleagues, to ensure a high quality of education for all.

We can offer you:

• a welcoming, friendly, and supportive staff team dedicated to raising standards
• happy children who are eager to learn and make the most of their time in our school
• a school that strives for every child to reach their true potential
• supportive staff and governors
• a well-resourced environment.

For more information:

Visits to Chilton Primary are warmly welcomed and recommended. To arrange an appointment or for more details regarding the role, please contact Mrs. Laura Carr (Headteacher) via office@chilton.suffolk.sch.uk.

How to apply:

Please find a downloadable copy of the Application Form (docx). Please return completed application forms to office@chilton.suffolk.sch.uk with ‘HLTA’ in the subject header.

Closing Date: 12pm, 31 January 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 3 February 2025

Note: Should a suitable candidate be available sooner, this date could be brought forward, so please do not delay sending your completed application.

Chilton Primary is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post will require up-to-date DBS clearance.