Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary or Hourly Rate

Grade 4, Scale Points 8 - 14 Pro-Rated £19,500 to £21,475 (Full time Equivalent £26,824 to £29,540)

Type of vacancy

Fixed Term

Work pattern

Part Time - Term Time Only

Duration

1 year

Hours per week

27.5

Work Base

Coddington C of E Primary School, Newark, NG24 2QA

Additional Documents Instance 1

Additional Documents Instance 1

Closing Date

17 September 2026 12:00

An opportunity has arisen at Coddington C of E Primary & Nursery School for an enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to join the team.

The successful candidate will be hardworking and committed, with a strong passion for ensuring every child is fully included. They will work collaboratively with teaching and senior staff to provide high-quality teaching and learning.

The role will involve working with Key Stage 2 children and covering PPA for some teachers (Year 4). This will require close collaboration with the teachers. The role also requires the candidate to teach small intervention groups and work with children with complex needs.

The role will be 27.5 hours Monday to Friday, starting in September 2026 for up to a year (potential opportunity for extension).

Salary will be pro-rated based on the number of hours/ weeks worked per year.

A Job Description and Person Specification for this role are attached. For further information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Katie Stanley, Office Manager on .

In return we can offer you a caring, friendly and supportive atmosphere working with an experienced team who demonstrate huge commitment to the school and its community. The children are enthusiastic, well-behaved and eager to learn.

Applicants should apply via the and follow the guidance notes provided. For further information please contact Katie Stanley or email

Interviews will be held: week commencing 21st September

Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 14 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.

The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:

• Integrity - we do the right thing
• Wisdom - we think deeply
• Kindness - we care about each other
• Collaboration - we are better together
• Service - we pursue the greater good.

We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.

The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.