Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Hours: 35 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week)

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 4pm

Salary: Pathway 5, £25,431 - £27,313 (FTE £31,067 - £33,366) per annum

Site: Thomas Deacon Academy Juniors

Closing Date:  9am on Monday 28th April 2025

Start Date:  ASAP

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. 

Are you an experienced HLTA or a level 3 Teaching Assistant looking to progress your career? 

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in children’s lives?

If so, they encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Thomas Deacon Academy Juniors.

Your Role

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant at Thomas Deacon Academy Juniors, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the pupils to overcome barriers to learning. Your curiosity and confidence will help you assess the needs of pupils, plan and deliver engaging learning activities, and provide valuable feedback on their progress. You will work closely with teachers, contribute to lesson planning, and manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment. Your compassion and courtesy will shine through as you liaise with parents, carers, and external partners, fostering strong relationships and supporting the holistic development of the students.  You will have experience of working with primary-aged children and hold a HLTA qualification or a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

About Them

Thomas Deacon Academy Juniors is a vibrant and dynamic school committed to providing an outstanding education for all the pupils. They believe in nurturing curiosity, courage, and confidence in the students, preparing them for a bright future. Their dedicated team of educators is passionate about fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and courtesy. They offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where your commitment to professional development will be valued and encouraged.

The Academy’s recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024 noted that “pupils benefit from a welcoming environment where diversity is celebrated. They enjoy celebrating each other’s differences and participating in cultural activities. The school provides an ambitious curriculum that ensures pupils develop a strong foundation of knowledge and skills from Year 3 through to Year 13, preparing them well for their next stage of education or employment. The Ofsted inspection rated all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision, as 'Good'”.

At Thomas Deacon Academy, they believe in the power of courtesy, commitment, compassion, courage, curiosity, and confidence. These values are at the heart of everything they do, and they are looking for someone who embodies them in their work.

Why work for them?

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” 

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135263/EDV-2025-TDA-16416

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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