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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (PPA Cover) - Old Park Primary School
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About the Role
Old Park Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their successful team. The role will involve teaching whole classes, covering teachers for PPA, management time, training, and other school development requirements. There will be an expectation to provide feedback to children following the school's feedback policy, and excellent classroom management is vital.
Responsibilities
- Join a dedicated team to ensure the best start for all pupils
- Teach whole classes and cover teachers for PPA
- Provide feedback to children following the school's feedback policy
- Participate in annual appraisal and whole-school staff development
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Requirements
- Degree of flexibility required
- Ability to speak fluent and spoken English
Benefits
- Welcoming and supportive staff team
- A committed Governing Body investing in professional development
- Vibrant indoor and outdoor learning environment
- Opportunity to make a difference to young lives
Salary
- Grade: Grade E SCP 18 - 25
- Salary: £32,578 - £37,563 p.a. (Actual salary £25,644 - £30,456 p.a.)
Hours
- 32.5 hours per week, Term Time plus 5 training days, Monday – Friday
Location
- Old Park Primary School, Old Park Rd, Wednesbury, WS10 9LX
Application Process
- Return application forms to HR@oldparkprimary.com
- Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date
- An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates
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Important Dates
- Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at midday
- School Walkaround: Wednesday 14th October 2026 @ 4pm
- Lesson Observations: Thursday 5th & Friday 6th November 2026
- Interviews: Tuesday 10th November 2026
Safeguarding
- The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment
- Successful applicants will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barring List Check
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