Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Term Time

Salmestone Primary School, Margate

• Ref:KCC886-2011-155S
• Posted:27/05/2025
• Pay:Est actual £17,149.57 (£25,127 FTE) per annum
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:12/06/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:19th June 2025

Advert

(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for an inspirational Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive and collaborative team.  You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.  

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.  It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. 

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a devoted and inspiring team of teachers.  This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

 (Fixed Term until 31/08/2026)

We are looking for someone who is:

*A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

*Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

*Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

*Consistent in a calm and fair approach

*Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

*Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:

*Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust

*Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team

*A comprehensive induction programme

*Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance

*The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change

*Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons

*Cycle to work scheme 

*TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts

*Free eye tests              

*Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Information about the school

Salmestone Primary and Nursery School became an academy within The Kemnal Academies Trust in September 2012. It was identified as a GOOD school by Ofsted in January 2019.

Please use the link below to view a video about our school.

https://vimeo.com/752919992

Situated on the outskirts of Margate the school is one form entry which is organised in Phases. As part of TKAT we are a forward looking and innovative school with excellent staff who are committed to our vision statement; Shaping the Future of Young Minds.

Our school values underpin our teaching pedagogy and our motivation for teaching:

Perseverance Community Inspiration Achievement

Our absolute passion is the learning, safety, enjoyment and development of our children. We believe that by inspiring and teaching them the skills they need from Nursery onwards, they will be successful and valued members of the community. In all that we do, we have high expectations of ourselves and of our children. Salmestone has been privileged to be part of the local community since 1886. We belong to a family of schools working in partnership to deliver a high standard of education to the young people of Thanet and the wider TKAT community. Please see our Facebook page to our learning, successes and community engagement. www.facebook.com/salmestone

We can offer a wide range of CPD opportunities and networking within our family of schools in Thanet and beyond.

Salmestone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure, social media and barring service check.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Daniel More, School Business Manager
• Address:College Road, Margate, Kent, CT9 4DB
• Telephone: 01843 220949
• Email: office@salmestone-tkat.org

Documents

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• Job Description