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Job Vacancies
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Permanent
Hours: 32.50 Term-time only plus 2 inset days
Responsible to: Headteacher / JMAT
School: Wath Central Primary School
Scale: Band G Points 19-23 £32,061 - £34,434 FTE
Actual salary for hours stated based on 45 weeks: £24, 412 - £26,219)
Liaising with: All school stakeholders​
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Closing Date: 15th December 2025 at 3pm
Shortlisting Date: 16th December 2025
Interview Date: 17th, 18th or 19th December 2025
Start Date: January 2026 - as soon as possible.
Vacancy reference: WCP/HLTA/JAN26
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Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? Do you want to be part of a supportive and inclusive school community? Wath Central Primary School, part of the James Montgomery Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated and caring HLTA to join our enthusiastic team.
What We’re Looking For:
We are looking for a capable, creative, and confident practitioner who has an ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and capability to work at a higher level to support and lead learning. This would, at times, involve the planning and delivering learning of small groups and classes under the direction of a teacher as well as supporting assessment.
We are looking for someone who:
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and child protection
• Holds at least GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grades A–C or 9–4)
• Has a relevant experience across school at this level.
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Is empathetic, patient, resilient and flexible.
• Is passionate about inclusion and embracing change.
• Has experience working with SEND children
A knowledge of phonics and the EYFS framework would be advantageous.
What We Offer:
• A warm, welcoming and supportive team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A school culture rooted in mutual respect, inclusion and high expectations
• A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
Safeguarding:
Wath Central Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
As an organisation using the DBS to assess applicants’ suitability for positions included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order, we comply fully with the DBS Code of Practice. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants and staff, regardless of background. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us – this will depend on the nature of the role and the details of any offences.
If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a Criminal Records Declaration Form. Any relevant disclosures will be discussed openly and fairly prior to any offer of employment. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in the withdrawal of an offer or dismissal.
Application Process
Please email your completed application form, clearly marked with the vacancy reference, to: school@wcp.jmat.org.uk or complete the online application form via the Teaching Vacancies Portal. For enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office via 01709 760345 or email us school@wcp.jmat.org.uk
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Job Description and Person Specification : Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Information about the post: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
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Vacancies within our Trust can be viewed at: https://www.jmat.org.uk/jmat-vacancies