HTLA in Barnsley
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HTLA | £22,630 - £24,708 (actual salary) | Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Sacred Heart require a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for Immediate Start or ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent Term Time + 2 days, working 30 hours per week Monday - Friday .

The successful candidate will be based at Sacred Heart but on a federation contract.

The Governing Body of Corpus Christi Federation wishes to appoint an excellent practitioner to join our dedicated team. We need an outstanding HLTA who will be responsible for preparing (within the framework set by the teacher) and delivering high quality learning activities for whole classes to cover for PPA and other planned release across school. The role will include monitoring pupils; assessing, recording and reporting on their achievement, progress and development as agreed with teachers.

We require an adaptable, experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated HLTA with good literacy and numeracy skills to play a leading role in the development of our children. Good communication skills are essential for this post, as is a willingness to work flexibly, at different sites, alongside a range of children and adults. You will be a committed, enthusiastic team member who is positive at all times.

In return we can offer you:

  • Enthusiastic and motivated children and staff with dedicated Senior Leaders and Governors
  • The strength of the 3 schools to develop and share expertise
  • The opportunity to play a vital role in the future development of improving our schools, as we strive to be outstanding

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. We are very excited to meet you and share further details about what the role will involve and how this position will work across the 3 schools.

Closing date for applications: Monday 12 th October 2026, 12.00 noon

Interviews will be held: Week Beginning 19 th October 2026

NOTE: References will be requested for all candidates invited to interview

TheFederationrigorouslyfollowssafeguardingprocedures forrecruitment.Theofferofapostwillbeconditional upon a successfulenhanceddisclosure from the Disclosure and BarringService (DBS), satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to online searches as part of due- diligence checks as per the latest KCSiE guidance.

HTLA | £22,630 - £24,708 (actual salary) | Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

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HTLA in Barnsley employer: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council

Barnsley Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong commitment to professional development, the Advanced Practitioner role within the Practice Development Hub offers opportunities for mentoring, training, and collaboration with educational partners, ensuring that staff have the resources they need to excel. Located in Barnsley, the council promotes a culture of teamwork and innovation, making it an ideal place for motivated practitioners to make a meaningful impact in children's social care.

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Contact Details:

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council Recruitment Team