Job Title:
Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Permanent Role
Location: Northstead
Community Primary School, Scarborough
Salary: HLTA Grade
and Scale
Contract
Type: Permanent
Hours: 33.5 hours
per week
Start
Date: Monday 20th October 2025 (or sooner by arrangement)
Application
Deadline: Monday 8th September 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 9th
September 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 16th
September 2025
Are you
passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special
educational needs and disabilities?
Do you thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment where every child is valued
and empowered to reach their full potential?
Northstead Community
Primary School is looking for a committed and experienced Higher
Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated SEND Hub Staff
Team. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a highly respected
provision delivering tailored teaching and learning support and interventions
for pupils with complex needs.
About the Role:
As a key
member of the SEND team, the HLTA will:
- Work under the guidance of
the SENCO and class teachers to plan, deliver and assess children in our
EYFS/KS1 or KS2 SEND Hub. A place where a small number of children with
EHCP’s enjoy a bespoke environment and curriculum to meet their needs. - Support pupils with a range
of needs including ASC, ADHD, communication difficulties, and
social-emotional challenges. - Lead small group sessions
and 1:1 support with a focus on progress, engagement, and wellbeing. - Liaise with families and
external agencies to support EHCP outcomes. - Model inclusive practice
and promote independence, resilience, and confidence in learners. - Contribute to the overall
development of the SEND Hub, including staff PD and resource development.
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Teacher Status /
Qualified HLTA status (or equivalent) with recent experience in a primary
or special school setting. - A sound understanding of
SEND and inclusive education practices. - Empathy, patience, and
creativity in supporting children with additional needs for whom the
mainstream classroom is currently unsuitable - Excellent communication and
teamwork skills. - Ability to adapt strategies
to meet a wide range of learning profiles. - Working knowledge of the
EYFS curriculum - A strong commitment to
safeguarding and child protection.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, friendly, and
forward-thinking team. - Access to high-quality
training and CPD opportunities including our own HLTA coaching and
mentoring PD programme. - A well-resourced and
purpose-designed SEND hub environment. - The opportunity to make a
real difference in children’s lives every day. - A school culture that
values every staff member’s contribution and wellbeing.
How to Apply:
For an
application pack, please visit the school website to download the materials.
www.northsteadprimary.co.uk/vacancies
To arrange a
visit to the school or for a conversation about the role, please contact Shaun
Hopper, Headteacher via email headteacher@northstead.n-yorks.sch.uk giving your
name and contact number.
Completed
application forms to be submitted to admin@northstead.n-yorks.sch.uk by midnight
on Monday 8th September.
Visits to
school are welcomed and are available on Tuesday 26th August 11-1pm
or on Monday 1st September 3-4pm.
Northstead
Community Primary School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The
successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory
references.
Application Form (for all jobs)