Teaching Assistant/HLTA

Are you passionate about helping children thrive and reach their full potential? Do you have the enthusiasm, creativity and dedication to make a real difference every day? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant/HLTA to join our friendly and supportive team at Covingham Park Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking school where children are at the heart of everything we do.

The role offers the opportunity to work four days per week as a Teaching Assistant, with one day per week as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, leading a class and helping to inspire and support children's learning and development. Contracted hours will 30 hours per week, term time only (plus TD Days).

What you'll bring

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with children and supporting their learning.
• Builds positive, nurturing relationships and acts as an excellent role model.
• Is creative, proactive and enthusiastic in their approach.
• Has strong communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to helping every child succeed and achieve their potential.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and dedicated team.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant/HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering and monitoring interventions for individual pupils and small groups.
• Supporting assessment activities and helping to evidence children's progress and achievements.
• Working alongside teachers to create engaging learning environments, classroom displays and resources.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Leading a class as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for one day each week.
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning experience for all children.

Why join us?

At Covingham Park Primary School, you'll become part of a welcoming and ambitious school community that values professional growth and staff wellbeing.

As part of the Blue Kite Academy Trust, a successful and growing family of primary schools across Swindon and Wiltshire, we offer:

• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A competitive salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Nationally agreed pay and conditions.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• Free staff health and wellbeing support.
• The opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive trust network.

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in children's lives and develop your career within a supportive and ambitious school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about the role, please contact the school using the details below.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.