Job Description

Application closing date
12/11/2025
Location
Sowerby Bridge
Salary
Scale 4 (19,261 - 20 386)
Package
31.25 hours per week (8:20-15:20 with 45 mins lunch)
Job category/type
Schools

Job description

WithinfieldsPrimary School is a welcoming two form entry village school, proudly serving our local community with a strong commitment to inclusivity and care.






We offer a nurturing environment that includes a vibrant nursery and specialist classes, ensuring every child is supported to reach their full potential.






Our school ethos is deeply rooted in community values, making us a warm, friendly place where children thrive both academically and socially.





WithinfieldsPrimary School is seeking a motivated and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our strong and supportive staff team.





This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 2, contributing directly to the success and development of our pupils.





Key Responsibilities




Cover teaching of Key Stage 2 classes during teacher absences

Lead targeted interventions for groups of Key Stage 2 pupils to support their progress

Provide focused support to individuals and groups within the classroom

Regularly teach classes during teachers' PPA time, ensuring continuity of high-quality learning

Implement and adhere to the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.




Required Qualifications, Experience and Qualities




Experience working with children in Key Stage 2, ideally within a primary school setting

Proven ability to lead group interventions and support individual learning needs

Confident classroom practitioner capable of delivering lessons independently

Strong academic standards including equivalent to GCSE C or above in English and Maths

Qualified as a HLTA or above

Ability to work above the level of Y6 in Maths, English and have appropriate knowledge across the curriculum to teach any subject in Key Stage 2

Strong communication and organisational skills

A passion for inclusive education and supporting children with diverse needs

Ability to work collaboratively within a dedicated team

Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement

Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider school community


(See Personnel Specification for further details)





Why Join WithinfieldsPrimary School.





At Withinfields, you will be part of a welcoming, caring ethos where our kind and caring pupils make every day rewarding.






This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a school that values inclusivity and community spirit.





If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and want to work in a school that truly values its staff and pupils, we would love to hear from you.





For an application form, job description and person specification, or to arrange a visit to the school, please email recruitment@withinfields.calderdale.sch.uk





Apply today and become a valued member of Team Withinfields.





WithinfieldsPrimary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.





All successful candidates will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks.

Closing date: 12th November 2025 at 10am.