apply online icon HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

Ref 196132
Number of Posts 1
Grade Grade 7.
Salary £31067 to £ 35235 
Term Full-time.
Perm / FTC Fixed Term Contract.
Required (1.9.25 to July 2026) .
Hours 34 hours a week.
Closing Date 16/05/2025.
Location
Accrington Woodnook Primary School, Hudson Street, Accrington, BB5 2HS (214 on roll)

Tel: 01254 233020
School website: www.woodnookschool.co.uk
Summary
The Governors at Woodnook Primary School are looking to appoint a temporary  Higher Level Teaching Assistant who has the passion and enthusiasm to help children of all abilities to reach their full potential and who will support teachers and SLT in continuing to raise standards across school. The postholder will be required to cover PPA from EYFS to year 6.

We are looking for someone who will:
  • Have proven skills in inspiring children and helping to raise attainment in all subjects.
  • Establish fair, respectful, highly inclusive and supportive relationships with children so that they can thrive.
  • Effectively communicate and work in partnership with families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
  • Have a good sense of humour!
  • Be professional at all times.
  • Be a hardworking, loyal member of our team who will contribute to making our school even better.

    Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
  • Essential Qualifications
  • Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
  • English and maths GCSE (or equivalent)


  • Desirable Qualifications
  • NVQ level 4 qualification (or equivalent)
  • HLTA qualification

  • Essential Experience
  • Experience of working within the primary age range.
  • Have a proven track record of delivering high quality lessons and interventions.
  • Be child centred and prepared to put the needs of children of Woodnook first at all times.


  • Desirable Experience
  • Experience of working in different school settings.
  • Experience  in working with children from a range of backgrounds and with a range of behaviours and SEND.
  • For an informal discussion please contact:
    Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school on 01254 233020.
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    Applications and further details are available from/returnable to

    Address: Application form attached. Application forms to be returned to bursar@woodnook.lancs.sch.uk
    Karen Jones
    Office Manager
    Woodnook Primary School
    Hudson Street
    Accrington
    BB5 2HS
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