Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Thank you for your interest in the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant at St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School. St Kentigern’s is a happy and successful school with a strong, caring Catholic ethos in the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust in the Diocese of Lancaster. The whole school team is dedicated to achieving the full potential of all its children. We are seeking to appoint an excellent, highly motivated and hardworking member of the team who will work with teachers to organise and support teaching and learning activities for classes. The primary focus is to cover PPA time, and to carry out specified work with individuals, groups and whole classes under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher. We are a one form entry Catholic Primary school. The successful candidate will contribute fully as an integral part of the St Kentigern’s team. The post is for 30 hours per week and is offered on a permanent basis, working term time only plus five INSET days. St Kentigern’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The posts are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced disclosure from DBS. You do not need to be Catholic to apply for this role, we welcome applicants from every background. Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details. BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: DBS Medical clearance Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed. Closing date for applications: Tuesday 9th June 2026 - midday Shortlisting date: Tuesday 9th June 2026 Interview date: Tuesday 16th June 2026 Post Details: Grade: NJC pay Grade E - scale point range 12 to 17 Salary: £28,598.00 to £31,022.00 (pro rata, pay award pending) Contract: Permanent, Term Time only plus 5 inset days Hours: 30 per week Required: 1st September 2026