Job description
Location: Village Primary Academy, Derby
Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 Weeks per year (Term Time plus 5 days)
Contract type: Permanent
The Board of Trustees wish to provide an opportunity for an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate to become part of our school team. The post holder will be at Village Primary Academy.
The successful candidate will have:
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or willingness to work towards.
• Training and experience in relevant learning strategies literacy/ Key Stage 1 or 2
• Experience of leading whole-class teaching opportunities from EYFS to KS2
• Experience of preparing and delivering resources (age and ability appropriate) to engage with pupils and contribute to their learning objectives
• Experience of developing and implementing Individual Education Plans and Behaviour Plans
• Experience of working with pupils with different abilities, and adapting own approach and learning
• Experience of delivering a strong universal teaching offer
We can offer you:
• The opportunity to be part of our team, who are committed to educational excellence
• Friendly and supportive staff, parents and trustees,
• A commitment to high quality professional development,
• Opportunity for future career development & progression within the Trust’s portfolio of schools
and most importantly
• The chance to transform the lives of children and really make a difference
The Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The Harmony Trust was established in February 2014 and currently has 17 schools under the Trust umbrella. This brings with it exciting opportunities for career progression and development for existing and future employees. The Harmony Trust has high expectations of our pupils and staff. We have an excellent reputation and are innovative in our aim for educational excellence.
Full details of the Trust’s recruitment and selection processes can be found in our Safer Recruitment policy:
Applications are to be made via our website -
The closing date for this vacancy is 24 September 2025 at 11:59pm.