Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA – Class Based

Victoria Primary Academy, Wellingborough, Northants

NJC Scale Point 8 to 12 (£24,702 to £26,421 FTE) (actual salary £17,924 to £19,171 per annum)

30 hours 50 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year (term time + 5 days)

We are seeking to appoint an excellent Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute towards the continued success of Victoria Primary Academy and its pupils.

The role is to both:

·        Lead whole class teaching to cover for class teacher PPA or leadership release

·        Work with groups of pupils within the classroom and lead intervention groups outside the classroom.

Your work as part of the wider team will be integral in helping to raise standards of achievement for all pupils. 

At Victoria we aspire to achieve the very best for every single pupil. As noted by OFSTED in 2023 “‘Aspiration’ is a key word at Victoria Primary Academy. It is central to everything leaders do, from the design of the school’s ambitious curriculum to the awe-inspiring trips on offer.”

You may already have experience as a teaching assistant and be ready to step up to a more senior role. You will have a relevant Level 4 qualification and be ready to apply your knowledge in our warm and welcoming primary setting to support pupils, teachers, and the academy.  

If you have:

·        Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

·        NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent)

·        A qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards)

·        Previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant

·        a flexible and responsive approach, with the ability to address potentially challenging situations

·        A commitment to deliver first class support to staff and pupils

then we would love to hear from you. 

What can you expect when joining Victoria Primary Academy, a member of Hatton Academies Trust?

·      A high standard of investment in professional development and guidance- we nurture, build and celebrate our staff.  

·      A rich and well-designed curriculum, with enrichment and cultural capital at it’s heart

·      Kind, caring and well-behaved children

·      An extremely supportive and friendly team.

·      An excellent leadership team, who value and support staff. Our leadership vision is built on trust and empowers all members of the team to develop and progress.

Reducing Workload and improving staff well-being are priorities for the Board of Directors at Hatton Academies Trust and we believe every member of staff is entitled to the best possible CPD.

You can apply for this vacancy plus see a job description and further details about the post and the academy from our website: Vacancies | Hatton Academies Trust   We welcome candidates who would like a tour of our friendly Academy, and to speak to members of our team. Please contact Ian Pearson, Principal at Victoria Primary Academy, on pearsoni@victoriaprimaryacademy.org.uk to arrange an appointment.

Closing date: 9.00am Tuesday 16^th April 2024

Please note that the advertised start date is flexible.



Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.