Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Part-time

Horizon Primary Academy, Swanley

• Ref:KCC886-2001-82S
• Posted:11/06/2025
• Pay:Kent range 7 FTE £26,515 (Estimated actual £20,256
• Start Date:01/09/2025
• App Close Date:19/06/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:24/06/2025

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(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 as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 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. 

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 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.

The ideal Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) is 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

As our Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you:

* A comprehensive induction programme

* Excellent ongoing CPD

* Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT 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 

* 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

Access to interview 

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self.  We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

Information about the school

Horizon is a school that is committed to high standards and raising achievement. We are a creative and aspirational team with a consistent drive for innovation and school improvement.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Safeguarding TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

For further information about the school please visit the school website: www.horizon-tkat.org

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tracey Kitchen
• Address:Hilda May Avenue, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7BT
• Telephone: 01322 665235
• Email: tracey.kitchen@horizon-tkat.org

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Horizon HLTA Job description - Person Specification