Learning Teaching Assistant; HLTA

Job Overview

Stoke Bishop CofE Primary School is a friendly and thriving two-form entry primary school in North West Bristol. We are a single academy trust and our school's vision is "Believing it's Possible." The school values of Grace, Passion, Courage and Integrity are demonstrated in our day to day life. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and friendly team.

• Providing whole-class cover during PPA, other short‑term teacher absences and subject leader release time.
• Teaching a specialist subject across the primary phase (eg PE / Computing / Music / Art / MFL).
• Supporting teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Delivering learning activities to individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Providing support to pupils with SEND and delivering interventions.
• Promoting positive behaviour and inclusion in line with our ethos and policies.
• Supporting pupils’ wellbeing, progress and personal development.
• Engaging in relevant CPD related to the role.

32.5 hours per week over 5 days (8.30am to 4pm, with a one hour lunch break).

Contract:

Fixed term contract from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Start date:

3rd September 2026. Term time only + inset days.

BG9 salary scale £32,061 to £34,434 pa (Actual salary £24,628 to £26,451) for 32.5 hours per week.

• Children who are proud of their school and have a clear understanding of our vision and values.
• An inclusive environment celebrating individuals from all communities and cultures.
• A genuine focus on staff wellbeing and workload reduction.
• Access to a wide range of health & wellbeing services through our employee assistance programme.
• Commitment towards continued professional development for all staff providing coaching and training opportunities.
• Membership of the local government pension scheme and access to our cycle to work scheme.