Higher Level Teaching Assistant (term time only)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Mortimer Primary School
£28,598 pa pro rata
We seek to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within our successful school as soon as possible.
The successful applicants will be an effective HLTA who is committed to inclusion and acceptance for all children within the classroom.
The candidate should have the HLTA qualification or be already working towards its completion.
We are seeking to appoint a HLTA who:
* has a thorough knowledge of the primary curriculum so as to support meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences
* can support children at the point of learning
* has the knowledge and ability to lead classes as required to support PPA timetabling
* can work flexibly to meet the needs of the school
* has KS2 experience
* is able to deliver intervention as required
* can work as part of team
Visits to the school are welcomed but not a requirement. We will be hosting visits on Thursday 16 October 2025, at 4:15pm
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in “Supporting Documents” and return this to jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk
Closing Date: Noon, Thursday 23 October 2025.
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 24 October 2025.
Interviews will take place on Friday 7 November 2025.
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