Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - EYFS/KS1

Vacancy Summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - EYFS/KS1

Band 8 - £30,060 to £32,364 (This is the Full Time Equivalent) – Dependent on experience

Hours: 30 hours per week, start and finish times to be agreed.  

Starting Date: September 2025

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, inclusive and outward facing setting.

Vacancy Information

At Poplars Farm we require staff with vision, commitment and a positive outlook, who are committed to deliver the best outcomes for all our children. We strive to create a safe, creative and inspiring learning environment, where each pupil develops a genuine love of learning and an enquiring mind.  We place a strong importance on personal and social development as well as academic progress.  Furthermore, we provide our pupils with the necessary guidance and support so that they see themselves as unique individuals who celebrate diversity and develop as responsible global citizens.

The HLTA will:

• Adhere to the school’s ethos and  values system (GROW)

• Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of all pupils

• Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion

• Give support to pupils, individually or in groups

• Teach classes on a regular basis

Safeguarding

• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies

• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school

The HLTA will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.

Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not  a comprehensive list of all tasks that the TA / HLTA will carry out. The post holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.

Please contact the school office to make an appointment by email: tsimpson@poplarsfarm.bradford.sch.uk

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Tracey Simpson, School Business Manager at tsimpson@poplarsfarm.bradford.sch.uk

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 19th May 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 19th May 2025

Interview: Thursday 5^th June 2025

At Poplars Farm Primary School, we promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Bradford. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to references and DBS checks.

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