Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Job Title:   Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level 3)   Actual Annual Salary:   £24,034 - £26,220 based on hours and weeks worked.   Full Time Equivalent Salary:   CLF Grade D (£31,954 - £34,860) based on full time, all year round.   Contract Type:   Permanent, Term Time Only plus inset days  Hours:   Part-time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday    Proposed Start Date: 03 September 2026    Take the next step in your career as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant:  Evergreen Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to join our supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in complementing teachers’ work by leading and delivering planned learning activities under appropriate supervision.  You will support pupils in accessing the curriculum, encouraging engagement, and helping them achieve their full potential. Using your experience, specialist knowledge, and proven strategies, you will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.  This role is ideal for an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to progress in their career, or for a current HLTA looking for a fresh challenge in a new setting.  About You  We are looking for someone who:  Has a strong understanding of classroom roles and how teaching assistants effectively support learning.  Can confidently engage pupils and manage behaviour in one-to-one and small group settings.  Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including empathy and active listening.  Is well-organised, with good planning skills for learning activities and support materials.  Is committed to continued professional development, including working towards or holding relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, First Aid).  Has a genuine passion for working with children and a strong commitment to inclusion and equality.  Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.   About Evergreen Primary Academy:  Evergreen Primary Academy is a vibrant and diverse school for children aged 4-11 in Easton, Bristol. We aim to create a welcoming, respectful and compassionate learning community where all citizens are empowered to realise their potential in a challenging, aspirational and supportive environment, to develop into responsible global citizens with self-agency.   We are a school that thrives on diversity and welcome children and families from all over the world to join our happy community where we celebrate each other’s strengths and uniqueness. Our community of children, parents, relatives, staff and other local community groups work closely together to ensure that our children learn in an environment where they are filled