This fixed-term Higher Level Teaching Assistant post at St Peter's Primary School, part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership, runs to 31 August 2027 and is subject to a staffing review. The work centres on covering planning, preparation and assessment (PPA) time and other regular absences across the school, alongside the existing HLTA team. The role suits an experienced HLTA with whole-class teaching experience, or a practitioner with QTS, and applicants with an interest in music or PE are welcomed.
What the job involves
- Provide cover for PPA time and other regular cover across the school
- Work alongside the HLTA team
Qualifications
- QTS, or experience as an HLTA including whole class teaching
Skills & knowledge
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Commitment to upholding the school's behaviour curriculum
- Flexibility to teach across year groups, sometimes at short notice
- High aspirations for every pupil, especially disadvantaged and SEND learners
- Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding, with each child's wellbeing a top priority
- Works collaboratively and supportively as part of a team
- Positive and resilient, celebrating the achievements of pupils and staff
- Reflective, with a desire to keep learning and improving
Nice to have
- Interest in a specific curriculum area, particularly music or PE
What’s offered
- Ambitious CPD and high-quality professional development
- Focus on staff wellbeing and manageable workloads
- Supportive year group and phase teams
- Welcoming, talented staff team
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
