Sapientia Education Trust
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
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Location
Swaffham, Norfolk
Salary
£29,542 - £32,046 FTE per annum (£22,319 - £24,643 pro rata per annum)
Vacancy Type
Permanent, Full Time, Term Time plus 1 Week (39 weeks)
Swaffham Meadow Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community where every child is nurtured to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Located in the heart of Swaffham, our school serves families from the local area and beyond, fostering a strong sense of belonging, respect and partnership.
We are committed to providing a high-quality, engaging curriculum that inspires curiosity, creativity and a love of learning. We strive to enable all pupils to achieve their full potential through excellent teaching, high expectations and a supportive, caring environment.
Our core values underpin all aspects of school life. We encourage pupils to develop a strong sense of compassion, integrity and responsibility, preparing them to contribute positively to society. Opportunities for reflection and personal development are central to our approach, helping children to build confidence and resilience.
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We value strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community, recognising that collaboration is key to children’s success. Staff at Swaffham Meadow are dedicated, reflective professionals who work together to ensure every child feels safe, valued and inspired.
Joining Swaffham Meadow Primary School means becoming part of a committed team that is passionate about making a difference and supporting children to flourish both now and in the future.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic person with high standards and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with others as part of our school as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).
The HLTA will complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This will involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities and monitoring / assessing individuals / groups / whole classes.
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Application Closing Date
Monday 12th October 2026
Interview Date
Wednesday 14th October 2026
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Sapientia Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
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