Higher Level Teaching AssistantCouncil

NON CYC VACANCY

SCHOOL VACANCY

Woodthorpe Primary School is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to complement the work of teachers and our SENCo by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision.

The role will involve working within our specialist SEND provision with small group intervention work and some 1:1 support for some of our pupils.

The successful candidate must have HLTA status or QTS/QTLS and GCSE qualifications in maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.

You will ideally have some previous experience of working with children with SEND. You will have the skills to work alongside class teachers and our school SENDCo to ensure that children are able to access an ambitious curriculum and make positive progress against their own personal targets.

To find out more about the role and to apply online, visit https://excellearningtrust.org.uk/careers/

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

Please apply using the “apply now” link on the Trust website: https://excellearningtrust.org.uk/careers/

Closing date:  Sunday 15 November 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: to be confirmed

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