About this role
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Place of work: St Matthews CofE Primary & Nursery Academy, Peregrine Rd, Derriford, Plymouth, PL65FN
Contract Term: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Salary: GradeSC5 NJC 12 - 17 actual starting salary £22,419 (FTE £29,541)
Term Time only: 39 weeks per annum
Annual Leave: Taken outside of term time and paid pro-rata throughout the year (no annual leave to be taken during term time)
Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme
Closing date: 12pm on Friday 10th July 2026
Interview date: Thursday 16th July 2026
Start date: September 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team at St Matthew’s CofE Primary School and Nursery.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-quality learning across the school, providing teachers with their PPA time while delivering engaging lessons, including PE, to pupils from Reception through to Year 6.
We are looking for an individual who demonstrates excellent classroom practice, maintains high expectations for all pupils, and has the confidence and flexibility to teach across a range of subjects and age groups. The successful candidate will be adaptable, organised and passionate about helping children achieve their full potential, while contributing positively to the wider life of the school.
St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work, we are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. Our staff team is one that is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that: ‘Each and every child is able to let their light shine’. You will be joining a highly effective team with a strong and very supportive team of leaders across the school. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.
The successful applicant will be approachable, enthusiastic and patient, with strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. You will have experience of working across the primary curriculum and hold HLTA status, or possess an equivalent qualification or relevant experience.
Applications need to be completed by 12pm on Friday 10th July 2026. Provisional interview date is Thursday 16th July 2026.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies
Our commitment to EDI
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.