About this role
HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT BUDE PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade & Scale point: 8, SCP 25-28 Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 FTE, £27,805 - £29,937 Actual, £18.85- £20.29/hr Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm Contract: Permanent, Term time + 5 days (195 days/year) Start date: 1 September 2026
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant with experience working with children in a primary or specialist school setting.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HLTA who is a confident and effective classroom practitioner. The successful candidate will be highly committed and talented, ready to take the next step in their career. With a proven ability to support and enhance the quality of teaching, and to raise outcomes for pupils, they will serve as a positive role model for both staff and children.
Bude Park Primary is a small, welcoming school in the north of Hull, serving 306 pupils aged 3–11. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we take pride in providing a safe, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to develop the confidence to reach their full potential.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Deliver learning activities to pupils within agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs
• Plan challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
• Work within an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
• GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent)
• HLTA status (or QTS)
• Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding
• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning
• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people.
AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:
• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.
If you believe you are the right person for this role then we would love to hear from you.
If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Ellie Hodder, School Business Manager at Bude Park Primary School .
Visits to the school are most welcome. Please telephone for an appointment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete our 'fast apply' application form to apply for this vacancy. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.
Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Monday 1 June 2026
Interview date: w/c 1 June 2026
As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
CONDITIONAL OFFER:
Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks.