Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 30 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Wakefield, WF2 8AA |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 941053c4-ae91-4302-864f-5f882459be45 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications / Training
Essential -
Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or working towards this. (Level 4)
Level 2 Numeracy/ Literacy
or willingness to work towards
Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy.
Desirable -
Management qualification
e.g. Level 3 ILM Certificate in First Line Management
OR
Level 4 ILM Endorsed Certificate (Skills for Middle Leaders)
Specialist Skills/ Training in Curriculum or Learning area e.g. Bilingual, sign language, I.C.T.)
Knowledge
Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice legislation.
Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/ foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies
Constantly improve own practice/ knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others.
Good understanding of child development and learning processes.
Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching.
Appropriate knowledge in First Aid.
Experience
Previous experience of working with children of the relevant age range in a learning environment.
Physical Skills
Effectively use ICT to support learning.
Competencies & other skills required
Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team.
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer the successful candidate:
• A forward-thinking and supportive leadership team
• An outward-facing school with strong links in the local community
• A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic administration team
• Positive and established partnerships with our parents and the wider community
• Friendly, well-motivated children who enjoy learning
• A challenging and highly supportive governing body
• A culture of continual professional development
• An inclusive and happy working environment with a great team
Commitment to safeguarding
Snapethorpe Primary is committed to the safeguarding of children and is a committed equal opportunities employer. Please note that our safeguarding requirements and practices mean we are only able to consider complete applications submitted using the application form – we cannot accept only CV applications. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment checks including satisfactory references.
Qualifications / Training
Essential -
Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or working towards this. (Level 4)
Level 2 Numeracy/ Literacy
or willingness to work towards
Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy.
Desirable -
Management qualification
e.g. Level 3 ILM Certificate in First Line Management
OR
Level 4 ILM Endorsed Certificate (Skills for Middle Leaders)
Specialist Skills/ Training in Curriculum or Learning area e.g. Bilingual, sign language, I.C.T.)
Knowledge
Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice legislation.
Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/ foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies
Constantly improve own practice/ knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others.
Good understanding of child development and learning processes.
Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching.
Appropriate knowledge in First Aid.
Experience
Previous experience of working with children of the relevant age range in a learning environment.
Physical Skills
Effectively use ICT to support learning.
Competencies & other skills required
Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team.
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer the successful candidate:
• A forward-thinking and supportive leadership team
• An outward-facing school with strong links in the local community
• A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic administration team
• Positive and established partnerships with our parents and the wider community
• Friendly, well-motivated children who enjoy learning
• A challenging and highly supportive governing body
• A culture of continual professional development
• An inclusive and happy working environment with a great team
Commitment to safeguarding
Snapethorpe Primary is committed to the safeguarding of children and is a committed equal opportunities employer. Please note that our safeguarding requirements and practices mean we are only able to consider complete applications submitted using the application form – we cannot accept only CV applications. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment checks including satisfactory references.