Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Listing ref a4d068b9a7
- WhereBristol
- HoursPart time
- Pay£33,119.00 - £35,570.00 Annually (FTE) HLTA - NJC 19-23 per year
- Posted25 September 2026
- Closes2 November 2026
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Salary: NJC 19-23 (FTE) £33,119 - £35,570 (Actual) £22,968.66 - £24,668.47
Working Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:15pm)
Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only
Job outline
To work under the guidance of the SENDCO/Inclusion Lead and Class Teacher to support all children especially those who are vulnerable and/or have special education needs across key stages to enhance children’s learning. To assist the Class Teachers in the management and preparation of resources, and work with the SENDCO/Inclusion Lead and outside professionals to further support children with their attainment and progress both educationally and in terms of their well-being. To cover and lead class teaching as and when required.
Closing Date: 02/11/2026
Interview: 09/11/2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
What We Offer
- Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust
- Paid induction and training suited to the role
- Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Free parking
- Use of the Cycle Scheme
- Paid completion of a DBS check
- Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme
- Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local Authority
Fluency Duty
The ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users of the service and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
What this role involves
General background for teaching assistant roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Watch, record and report the progress students make
- Look after children who are upset or unwell
- Lead classes and activities with help from the teacher
- Typical pay (UK)
- £19,000 starting · £26,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 16 to 37 term time
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
Applications open on Nova Primary School's own careers site.
