Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | Norwich, Norfolk, NR8 6PJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 401f7a07-3111-4131-8b98-9cfa1ce6385c |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are an outstanding Infant School in Taverham, on the outskirts of Norwich and are proud to be part of the Sapientia Education Trust. We have exceptional grounds and facilities and serve a wonderful community. Our team of staff is strong, caring and committed and go the extra mile. We place Personal Development at the heart of all we do and have high expectations of children in all areas of learning.
THE ROLE
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our successful and happy team. This is a richly rewarding school in which to support learning and to make a difference.
The successful candidate will start work covering classes for PPA time ( from Reception to Year 2 )and class cover for the Assistant Headteacher’s leadership time in Reception. There will also be time for 1:1 and small group SEMH intervention.
Our ideal candidate will be qualified as an HLTA or willing to train whilst doing the role.
What the school offers its staff
Good Local Government Pension Scheme, Health Hero Employee Assistance Programme, Pluxee High Street Benefits package as well as ability to sign up for Teacher Discounts and Blue Light Card. Free Onsite Parking
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education September 2021, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
We are an outstanding Infant School in Taverham, on the outskirts of Norwich and are proud to be part of the Sapientia Education Trust. We have exceptional grounds and facilities and serve a wonderful community. Our team of staff is strong, caring and committed and go the extra mile. We place Personal Development at the heart of all we do and have high expectations of children in all areas of learning.
THE ROLE
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our successful and happy team. This is a richly rewarding school in which to support learning and to make a difference.
The successful candidate will start work covering classes for PPA time ( from Reception to Year 2 )and class cover for the Assistant Headteacher’s leadership time in Reception. There will also be time for 1:1 and small group SEMH intervention.
Our ideal candidate will be qualified as an HLTA or willing to train whilst doing the role.
What the school offers its staff
Good Local Government Pension Scheme, Health Hero Employee Assistance Programme, Pluxee High Street Benefits package as well as ability to sign up for Teacher Discounts and Blue Light Card. Free Onsite Parking
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education September 2021, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.