Higher Level Teaching Asssistant - Fixed Term

Priory Infant School, Ramsgate

• Ref:KCC886-2345-118S
• Posted:13/05/2026
• Pay:KSC
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:15/06/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Priory Infant School is seeking to appoint a committed, skilled, and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team. This fixed-term position is for 32.5 hours per week (8:15am – 3:45pm, Monday to Friday), working 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days), in the first instance for one year. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school and helping our pupils achieve their very best.

About the Role

As an HLTA, you will:

• Deliver high-quality learning activities, including leading whole-class teaching during teacher absence or PPA cover
• Provide targeted interventions and support for pupils to raise attainment and progress
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils, including those with additional needs
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and engagement in learning

You will work collaboratively with staff and may also contribute to supporting and guiding other support staff.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
• Has HLTA status or is willing to work towards it
• Has at least two years’ experience working within a school setting
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of teaching, learning and assessment, and can work independently as well as part of a team
• Is passionate about supporting all children to succeed and is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and confidentiality

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Dedicated and enthusiastic staff and pupils
• Opportunities for professional development
• A chance to make a real difference to children’s learning and development

Safeguarding

Priory Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

Priory Infant School is a welcoming two-form entry school located in the heart of the seaside town of Ramsgate. Established 30 years ago, the school benefits from six spacious classrooms, alongside a well-equipped extension that provides additional facilities for SEND support and small-group teaching.

We are fortunate to have extensive outdoor spaces that enrich our pupils’ learning experiences, including a dedicated wildlife area with a pond.

We are proud to embrace the Thrive Approach, using it to support the emotional and social development of all our children. This underpins our core ethos: that every child should feel safe, understood, and ready to learn. Strong partnerships with parents and carers are central to this work and play a vital role in our school community.

Our dedicated staff team creates a nurturing environment where children grow as independent, resilient, and creative learners. We aim for every child to become a confident reader, a responsible citizen, and to develop a lifelong love of learning.

We are committed to delivering a broad and engaging curriculum, where success is celebrated and children are inspired by experiences that go beyond the National Curriculum. Our aim is for every child at Priory to be happy, enthusiastic, and given the very best start to their school journey.

The school serves a mixed catchment area, resulting in a richly diverse cohort. Approximately 20% of our pupils receive SEND support during their time with us, and around 50% are eligible for Pupil Premium funding.

During our most recent visit from HMI in June 2023, it was noted that, “Pupils are happy to come to this friendly school where everyone is made to feel welcome and included.” We encourage you to read our full Ofsted report, available on our school website.

If you are ready to embrace new challenges and are undeterred by hard work, we would be delighted to hear from you. Priory is a small school with a big heart, and the warmth of our community is something we are incredibly proud of. We warmly invite you to come and experience it for yourself.

School website: www.priory.kent.sch.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Clare Sellwood
• Address:Cannon Road, Ramsgate , Kent, CT11 9XT
• Telephone: (01843) 593105
• Email: office@priory.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01843) 852787

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• HLTA Job Description
• HLTA Person Specification