HLTA Level D

Job Title: HLTA Level D
Salary: Scale 5 points 12 -17, £28,598.00 - £31,022.00 pro rata is £22,812.49 - £24,746.26
Hours: 33.75 per week, term time plus 5 inset days (8.30 am to 3.45pm Monday to Friday (30 mins lunch)
Contract: Fixed term until 31/08/2026 re fluctuating pupil numbers. Possibility post will likely become permanent
Start date: 13/04/2026

We wish to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant with experience of supporting Special Educational Needs in the nursery age range.

The main duties of this role will involve:

• Supporting children in nursery as well as with their medical needs and social and emotional well-being.
• Supporting pupils with EHCPs and SEND Support Plans with their learning and development.
• Work under the guidance of teaching staff, Inclusion Manager and outside agencies in order to implement and evaluate agreed work programmes.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, committed and can show initiative. The successful candidates will be able to communicate effectively with teaching staff, the Inclusion Manager and work efficiently within the team. This is a hugely rewarding role for the right person and training can be given where needed.

The candidate should be able to offer:
Minimum of Level 3 child care qualifications or equivalent and have substantial experience of working within an Early Years setting.
Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum with experience of planning, development, delivery and evaluation of effective Early Years Practice.

Ability to work in a team

Good interpersonal and communication skills

This is a physically demanding job that requires the post holder to work both indoors and outdoors. The work frequently involves working at low height or on the floor.

We can offer:

• A leadership team committed to continual school improvement
• An enthusiastic and committed staff
• A commitment to your continuing professional development
• Highly motivated children

Although this post is advertised as temporary to 31.08.26, it is likely to become permanent.

To apply for this post please download and complete the attached forms and return directly to the school via email on headteacher@freshfield.stockport.sch.uk

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

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.

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Closing Date: Thursday, 26th February
Shortlisting: Friday 27th February
Interview Date: Tuesday, 3rd March