Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Diocese of Hallam
St Ann’s Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT
Grade 5, £27,803 - £30,296 (pro-rata)
Permanent- 5 hours per week/ 40 weeks (inclusive of INSET and weekly PDM)
Commencing Date 2nd June 2025 (or asap thereafter)
St Ann’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a hard-working and highly organised individual to undertake the important role of HLTA. The position will be based in EYFS/KS1, therefore an understanding of the EYFS and KS1 curriculum is required, however as an HLTA there will be an expectation to cover classes in KS2 if required at times.
St Ann’s is a happy, exciting and busy Catholic primary school currently catering for 99 wonderful children between the ages of four and eleven years. Our building environment is beautiful and reflects the excellent standards of achievement and passion we have for education.You will be joining a well-established, committed and friendly team, who are making a positive contribution to the lives of all our pupils.
The post is a key appointment for the continued strive for excellence of our inspiring school team; our aim is to find the right person to join our school. Our main criterion for this appointment is an excellent teaching assistant, who loves teaching with an absolute commitment and willingness to continue to learn, reflect and improve.
We are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who:
- Would enjoy an exciting opportunity to work in a school with a strong Catholic ethos
- Have very high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour for learning
- Aspire to be excellent practitioners
- Are committed to promoting high standards of attainment
- Are vibrant, dynamic and fun!
We can offer:
- Wonderful children who are well behaved, motivated and enjoy their learning;
- A supportive environment in which to develop your leadership skills and excellent opportunities for continued professional development;
- A warm, welcoming school where everyone is valued;
- A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic team of staff and governors;
- The chance to be the best you can be!
Timeline:
- Closing date for applications is 15th May 2025
- Shortlisting takes place on 16th May 2025
- Interviews will be held on 20th May 2025
An informal visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school by telephone to arrange a visit.
We do not accept completed Tes application forms. Only the attached CES Application will be accepted. The application pack can be downloaded (see attached) or are available upon request. The CES application form must be completed as agreed by the Diocese of Hallam and should be addressed to the Chair of Governors, Ms Andrea Whitehead.
The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Please refer to Safer Recruitment Statement for more information.
CES application forms and information packs are available from and can be returned to Miss Horner/Mrs O’Brien enquiries@st-anns.sheffield.sch.uk or telephone 01142 884281