About this role
Post: HLTA
Location: Goosewell Primary Academy, Plymouth, PL9 9HD
FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade E Pt 15 - 20; £31,015 - £33,673
Actual Annual Salary Range: £23,311 - £25,309
Contract Type: Fixed term until January 2028, part time, term time only (39 weeks per year)
Contract Hours: 31.25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday
We are seeking to appoint a passionate HLTA who has a real commitment to ensuring every child works towards and achieves their potential.
Goosewell Primary Academy is looking for a passionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team and help every child achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner who enjoys leading learning, supporting pupil progress, and working collaboratively with teachers and support staff across the school.
About the Role
As our HLTA, you will
- Plan, prepare and deliver engaging learning activities for individuals, groups and occasionally whole classes.
- Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
- Monitor, assess and record pupil progress.
- Provide high-quality classroom cover during teachers' PPA time.
- Support children with SEND and EAL needs to access learning and thrive.
- Lead and support a team of Teaching Assistants, including training and performance development.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school, including meetings, events and lunchtime supervision..
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who
✅ Holds HLTA status (or equivalent experience/qualification) or is willing to work towards it.
✅ Has GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Mathematics.
✅ Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant and a strong understanding of child development and learning.
✅ Can confidently deliver learning activities and support curriculum objectives across the primary age range.
✅ Is highly organised, proactive and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
✅ Has excellent communication skills and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
About the School
At Goosewell Primary Academy, all children are nurtured and encouraged to fulfil their potential by our committed and talented staff. We want all our pupils to be well-rounded and happy learners who are challenged so that they achieve their potential and are ready for the next stage in their lifelong journey of education. Alongside this, we promote an ethos of children and adults working together respectfully to create a safe and supportive environment that contributes to our community.
Goosewell Primary Academy is a successful, highly regarded three-form entry primary academy with a PAN of 630. The Academy was inspected in December 2019 and received a Good rating: ‘Pupils thrive at Goosewell Primary Academy. They enjoy learning and making friends. Many pupils told inspectors that the school was very friendly and that pupils were kind and well behaved. Pupils learn about the importance of acting respectfully and with empathy for others throughout the curriculum.’
About the Trust
We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond. We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting. These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach.
Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.
Next Steps
If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at [email protected].
Closing date: for applications is 8th November 2026
Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for 13th November 2026
To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.
Opportunities and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.
We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.