Job description
Are you passionate about making a difference in our pupils' lives and eager to support their learning journey in a collaborative education setting?
Penbridge School is seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teacher Assistant (HLTA)to join our dedicated and supportive team.
In this vital role, you will:
•Deliver lessonsto cover teacher PPA time and training
•Work alongside class teachersto raise the learning and attainment of pupils, promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
•Support individual pupils or small groupsto access the curriculum and engage actively in their learning
•Play a crucial rolein both classroom-based and wider school activitiesYou will be an integral part of the school community, making a tangible difference every day.
*Fixed Term until 31/08/2027*
What you will need to succeed:
For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description
- A HLTA qualification would be desirable or the attribute to work towards obtaining this
- Previous experience in Key Stage 1 or/and Key Stage 2
- Passionate about inclusive education with the ability to support all learners
- A team player with initiative, able to work collaboratively while also demonstrating independence
- Well-developed interpersonal skills in order to establish strong working relationships with a wide range of people including pupils, staff, parents and external professionals.
- An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Penbridge Junior School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11
- Pupils
- 441
- Avg teacher salary
- £45,762
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 23.2:1
- Academy trust
- THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO2 7RW
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- Salary
- TSAT Pay Group 4 pro rata to £22,680 - £26,169 for hours and weeks stated (£29,885 - £34,482 FTE )
- Contract
- Fixed term or temporary
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 9 June 2026
- Closing date
- 22 June 2026
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