Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Hours: 30 per week

Salary: £19,833.08 - £21,514.29 (Scale 5 pro rata)

Contract: Term Time, Part Time, Fixed Term until 31^st August 2026

Start Date: January 2026

The Governing Board of Hursthead Infant School are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and hardworking staff team.

We are looking for a committed, and talented individual who is keen to support children’s learning and well-being. The successful candidate will be required to provide whole class teaching for pre-planned cover in addition to supporting individuals and small groups, both in the classroom and in delivering interventions across the school.

In return we offer:

A happy school environment with a nurturing ethos centered on ‘We care, we learn, we belong’

Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn

A clear commitment to professional development of all staff

A supportive, hardworking and friendly staff team who are committed to providing the best for our children

A successful, happy and forward thinking whole school community

All applications must be completed on the application form provided, in the format of a word document only, and submitted electronically to headteacher@hursthead-inf.stockport.sch.uk by the closing date below.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and proof of Right to Work in the UK, all qualifications verified and references will be obtained prior to the time of the interview.

Stockport Council Valuing Diversity

Closing Date: Monday 15^th December 2025

Interview Date: W/C Monday 15^th December 2025 (Please note that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted)