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Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Wootton Primary School · Bedford · Bedford

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Wootton Primary School

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 15:30pm

Salary: L6 point 21-25 £17.18 per hour

Closing date: Tuesday 9th June 2026 Midday, September 2026 Start

Are you a passionate and skilled educator looking to make a real difference ? Wootton Primary School is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant ( HLTA ) to join our dedicated team. In this rewarding role you will work collaboratively with teachers to raise pupil standards, lead whole class teaching session and provide a vital pastoral and academic support. If you are an excellent communicator who can inspire young minds, foster inclusivity and champion safeguarding we want to hear from you.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

  • A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
  • Exceptional CPD and development/promotional opportunities
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Employee of the month scheme
  • Diverse workplace

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

Visit our website: https://www.woottonprimary.co.uk/

Follow us on Twitter: @WoottonPrimary1

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Francessca Reeve via hr@woottonprimary.co.uk.

About this school

Wootton Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

Not rated
Pupils
626
Avg teacher salary
£48,126
Pupil:teacher ratio
24:1
Academy trust
CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

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Location

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Bedford, Bedford, MK43 9JT