Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job title and organisation: Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Sandal Primary School and Nursery
Salary: Band 8, SCP 17 - 22 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Sandal Primary School and Nursery
Closing Date and Time: Monday 21st September 2026 at 9am

Sandal Primary School is searching for an enthusiastic, skilled, and compassionate HLTA to join our team! We are dedicated to creating an environment built on trust and high standards, where every child feels capable, valued, and genuinely excited to explore the world around them.

From EYFS all the way through Year 6, you will be a vital driver of learning, stepping up with complete professionalism and confidence to lead whole-class teaching during planned PPA time and lesson cover. Working hand-in-hand with our brilliant staff, you will foster a deep love of learning while building a safe, supportive space where every single pupil can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading with Energy: Bringing lessons to life across EYFS through Year 6, sparking wonder and inspiring pupils to ask big questions.
• Building Independent Learners: Championing self-belief and social inclusion, giving children the tools and confidence to take ownership of their own success.
• Supporting the Whole Child: Creating a safe, gentle, and encouraging classroom culture where pupils learn to bounce back from setbacks and tackle challenges with confidence.
• Leading by Example: Modelling warmth, consideration, and strong moral character in every interaction, whether leading a class or working behind the scenes.

We Want to Hear From You If You:

• Bring out the best in children: Build trusted, positive relationships with ease across whole classes, small intervention groups, and one-on-one sessions.
• Empathise and uplift: Bring a gentle touch and proven experience guiding vulnerable learners, meeting them with patience to help them overcome obstacles and achieve real breakthroughs.
• Act with initiative and honesty: Thrive on working autonomously while bringing positive energy, total reliability, and strong interpersonal skills to our collaborative team.
• Drive achievement: Are genuinely passionate about uplifting young minds through an adventurous, high-impact curriculum.

At Sandal Primary, we work closely together to create extraordinary learning experiences that help children grow into the very best version of themselves. Ready to step into a role where your passion directly shapes the future? Apply today and join our amazing team!

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the School Office. Email: [email protected] or telephone 01274 598115.

To apply, go to Job | Prospects | PACT HR

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 21st September 2026

Interviews: w/c 28th September 2026

All shortlisted candidates will have chance to view the school during the school day

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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