Bradley Stoke Community School – Primary Phase Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Temporary until 21.07.2026 Term Time Only plus INSETs 32.5 hours per week Pay Scale: Grade 8 £32,597 - £35,412 FTE (£24,627 - £26,754 pro rata) We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our vibrant Primary Phase team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an all-through school where children’s learning journeys are supported seamlessly from early years to post-16. As an HLTA, you will play a key role in raising the attainment and aspirations of our pupils. You will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences and be confident in leading whole-class learning when required. You will cover for the class teacher as and when required and will complement the professional work of teaching staff by taking responsibility for designated learning activities with pupils. You will be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and will follow school protocols and help others to secure them in school. The successful candidate will have a HLTA qualification or equivalent with experience in a primary setting and a strong understanding of child development. Further information including a full job description can be found in the attached application pack. Our Philosophy as an Employer Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities. We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy. We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise. We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care. Benefits • Pension Scheme • Annual pay progression opportunities • Cycle to Work Scheme • Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates • Free onsite parking • Coaching/Counselling services • Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme • Employee Assistance Programme Closing date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 Date of Interviews: TBC The Olympus Academy Trust – Bradley Stoke Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage. We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust. We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.