Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

‘TEACH Poole’ Multi-Academy Trust Ad Astra Infant School Haymoor Junior School Canford Heath Infant School Canford Heath Junior School Looking for a rewarding career? Our Trust is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team! If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual, who is committed to helping children reach their full potential, and passionate about working with children, we would love to hear from you. 30.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:15 pm, with a 45-minute lunch break plus, 30 minutes of planning time on one day per week Grade F (Point 12 - 17) £28,598 - £31,022 per annum pro-rata, (Actual Salary c. £19,576 - £21,235) Term time only Permanent Required September 2026 The TEACH Poole Multi Academy Trust was formed in April 2015. All four of our wonderful schools are graded as good or outstanding schools by Ofsted. We are extremely popular, over-subscribed, forward-thinking schools with supportive staff and fantastic children. We are looking to appoint Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our Trust with the skills to work across the primary school age range. The successful candidates will work each day to cover classes for PPA across the school. The contract also allows time for weekly planning within the year group team. Staff will be employed by the Trust as a whole, but the current vacancies are required at Canford Heath Junior and Ad Astra Infant School, in the first instance. If you: Are keen to work in a supportive, learning environment Work well in a team Are able to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role Are confident to be able to teach whole classes each afternoon Are suitably qualified with HLTA status or equivalent qualifications or higher A can-do attitude to overcoming obstacles Preparedness to go above and beyond Resilience and stamina In return we can offer: Fun, friendly and supportive staff who get on well together Rights’ Respecting pupils with excellent attitudes to learning and outstanding behaviour Superb opportunities and specialist training for career professional development within our Trust A fantastic induction programme Enviable support at all levels, and a proactive approach to staff well-being, work-life balance and care for each person as an individual, including the ability to take time off during term time Beautiful school grounds and welcoming learning environments Highly competitive rates of pay and excellent pension contributions by the Trust. Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured; and Long service awards Join our team and help us make a real difference in the lives of our children! Applications should be made online via My New Term. We do not accept CV applications. Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026 Interview date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 Personal information provided by candidates will be securely filed electronically and password pro