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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Wood Field Primary School · Carshalton · Sutton

Job description

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help deliver high-quality learning experiences for pupils. You will provide targeted support to individuals and groups, contribute to lesson delivery and, where appropriate, lead learning activities to help pupils achieve their full potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced support professional who is passionate about education and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

Key aspects of the role include:

  • Lead and deliver targeted, evidence-based one-to-one and small-group interventions (including specialized phonics, precision teaching, and structured literacy/numeracy frameworks) tailored to pupils with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
  • Direct and monitor the implementation of specific outcome targets outlined in pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Work closely with the SENCo to track SEND pupil progress, evaluate the efficacy of interventions, and adjust provisions to accelerate learning outcomes.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

  • Experience working with strategies specifically for SEN pupils.
  • Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people - pupils, colleagues and parents
  • Excellent communicator - sensitive, compassionate and effective.

About Wood Field Primary School

At Wood Field Primary we are committed to providing the best possible education for all pupils. We place a child’s happiness at the heart of all we do. We believe our children can achieve whatever they dream of by working hard, being resilient and taking risks - our potential is limitless!

Our staff strive to encourage and motivate our children to achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitions every day. We believe that time in school should be rewarding and enjoyable. We pride ourselves on creating an exciting and inspirational knowledge-rich, skills-based curriculum that allows for plenty of opportunities to experience and enjoy the diverse world that we live in. This enables us to meet the needs of the whole child and develop high self-esteem to experience success in both educational and personal growth. Our pupils leave Wood Field as life-long learners who make a positive contribution to society, empowering everyone. They are without doubt ready for the future.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

We offer our staff:

  • Professional development and career progression
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Blue Light Card
  • Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Gym discounts
  • Free eye tests
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 16th September 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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About this school

Wood Field Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Pupils
680
Avg teacher salary
£54,023
Pupil:teacher ratio
15.8:1
Academy trust
GREENSHAW LEARNING TRUST

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

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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.

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Carshalton, Sutton, SM5 3HW

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Salary
£31,290.00 - £35,109.00 Annually (FTE)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
7 September 2026
Closing date
16 September 2026

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