Salary: NJC Grade E: £30,518 - £33,699 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 18 hours per week, 39 weeks per year until 31st August 2027 (Monday to Friday)
Fremington Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our happy and thriving team.
Fremington is a busy, welcoming school with a strong sense of community, where children are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone who is flexible, proactive and able to work collaboratively to enhance children's learning experiences through high-quality teaching.
The successful candidate will bring experience of working in a busy, vibrant school environment and demonstrate a passion for supporting children to achieve their very best. We would be particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have experience of leading or supporting a Forest School provision, although this is not essential and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably experienced practitioners.
About the Role
Working under an agreed system of supervision, you will:
Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities to whole classes
Support teachers by helping create an engaging learning environment and preparing resources
Monitor, assess and record pupils’ progress, providing detailed feedback and evidence
Lead small-group interventions and support delivery of literacy, numeracy and other curriculum strategies
Contribute to out-of-school learning activities as required
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who can bring energy, compassion and commitment to the role.
Essential qualities include:
Experience working with children across key stages
Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor delivering whole-class activities
English and Maths qualifications at GCSE grade 4 or above
Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Desirable (but not essential):
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a supportive and committed team, working together to ensure every child achieves their full potential.
We offer:
A collaborative and nurturing school environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
The chance to develop specialist skills and take on leadership within the support team
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils’ learning, wellbeing and future opportunities
If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 10am on 15th June 2026, interviews will be held on Friday 19th June 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here.
