St. Andrew’s School has the following vacancy to start in September 2026
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (35 hours per week – term time only)
Closing Date: midnight Sunday 31st May 2026
Interviews will take place on Thursday 4th June 2026
Actual Salary (working term time only) £22,984.54
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and inspirational Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to join our existing team of four Higher Level Teaching Assistants at St. Andrew's School from September 2026. This is a permanent, term time only position, working 35 hours per week.
We are seeking a qualified (HLTA Level 4 qualification) Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. This unique position has two parts to it. The first part of the role involves working as a Teaching Assistant within a KS1/KS2 classroom, supporting teaching and learning and delivering weekly small group English and Maths intervention sessions. The second part of the role involves delivering some whole class teaching in a non-core subject and providing cover for any teacher absence.
If you are passionate about teaching and learning and would like to join a friendly team who are dedicated to providing a stimulating environment in which children can learn, then this could be a position for you.
We are looking for someone who will: -
- Be creative, dedicated and enthusiastic
- Have high expectations of both academic achievement and behaviour
- Support our wonderful traditions as well as sharing our exciting vision for the future.
- Be active in developing positive relationships with all parents
- Be capable of delivering excellent lessons
- Be a team player within a happy, hard-working staff
- Be willing to take on some extra-curricular responsibilities (Before and After School Clubs and Holiday Club are paid in addition)
- Ensure ICT is used effectively in teaching (pupils have access to their own laptops)
We can offer: -
- Pupils who are polite, confident and keen to do their best
- Small class sizes
- Well-resourced classrooms
- Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development
- Exceptional support from the SLT and colleagues
- Supportive parents and staff who want the best for our children
- Delicious free lunches
- PPA time
- Discounted Pre-School/Main School fees for your own child/ren
How to apply: To be considered for this
vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed
application form through our website.
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Deadline for applications: Midnight on 31 May (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received)
St. Andrew’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check)
Please view our safeguarding policy on our school website.
Edt is a proud Disability Confident Leader. We take
practical steps to ensure that disability inclusion is not only part of our
values but part of our everyday actions. We are committed to creating a working
environment where disabled employees are supported, valued, and empowered to
thrive in their role. If you are disabled or require specific adjustments
during the application process, please do let us know how we can support you.
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