Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – The Vine Schools

Full time

Interview Date: Friday 23rd May 2025

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Grade L/M (depending on experience)

Are you a skilled and adaptable HLTA ready to make a difference across three small primary schools? The Vine Schools collective (Somerfords’, Seagry C of E, and Christian Malford) is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work flexibly across all settings, leading lessons, supporting diverse classes, and partnering with teachers to drive pupil progress.

This multifaceted role involves:

Classroom teaching: Deliver engaging whole‑class and small‑group sessions across KS1 and KS2 (Reception through Year 6)

Cover: Provide planned cover, ensuring continuity of learning for all classes

Team support: Assist teaching teams with assessment, differentiation, and behaviour management strategies

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status (or equivalent experience and willingness to attain it)
• Has proven experience delivering high‑quality lessons in KS1 and KS2
• Is confident planning, assessing and adapting resources for diverse learners
• Builds positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Thrives on variety and collaboration across multiple sites
• Brings energy, flexibility and a proactive, “can‑do” spirit

In return, we offer:

• A structured induction across all three Vine schools
• Regular planning, coaching and reflection time with teaching teams
• Excellent CPD, mentorship and leadership pathways through The Blue Kite Academy Trust
• A supportive, community‑centred ethos with a focus on staff wellbeing
• Free on‑site parking, childcare vouchers and comprehensive wellbeing support

To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact the Vine Schools Executive Office. We look forward to introducing you to our wonderful pupils and teams!