Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Teaching Partner) - Berry Hill Primary School
Coleford, Forest of Dean
Grade Grade 6 (pts 15-20) £30,024 – £32,597 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Part Time (21 hours)
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 18/06/2026
Interview Date: 23/06/2026
Start Date 01/09/2026
Berry Hill Primary School is looking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Partner to join our team.
The role will be for four mornings a week 8.45am - 12.30pm with our class of Year 6 children, but with some flexibility of working with children throughout the primary phases.
There will be 30mins lunchtime duty each day and one full day 8.30am – 3.30pm HLTA cover within the same class.
The HLTA will also be required to provide teaching cover for 1st day absence, pre-arranged courses and class cover as required by the Head Teacher.
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Partner who:
•Holds a strong commitment to our vision: ‘The Berry Hill Family – Valued individuals, aspirational learners, exceptional futures.’
•Has experience in supporting children with additional needs, and is passionate about making a difference in their educational journey.
•Demonstrates the ability to create a calm, respectful, and productive learning environment tailored to the individual needs of the child.
•Is committed to supporting the child’s social, emotional, and academic development, ensuring they have the best possible experience throughout their time in school.
•Has a genuine passion for providing tailored, engaging support to children and is committed to delivering the very best educational outcomes.
•Builds strong, positive relationships with the child, staff, parents, and other professionals to ensure a collaborative approach to learning.
•Actively contributes to the wider life of the school and supports a positive, inclusive school culture.
•Has experience working with children with SEN, or a strong willingness to learn and develop in this area.
Our children are looking for a Teaching Partner who:
•Is kind, approachable, and genuinely cares about their learning and well-being.
•Has consistent expectations, providing structure and routine to support the child’s learning.
•Makes learning exciting, engaging, and fun, adapting activities to meet the child’s individual needs.
•Listens to the child’s needs, making them feel valued, respected, and supported.
•Can help foster social and emotional growth, encouraging independence and confidence.
Join Us
If you are a compassionate, experienced teaching assistant with a passion for supporting children and making a real difference in their learning, we would love to meet you. Berry Hill Primary School is a place where you can truly make an impact and be part of a close-knit, supportive family.
Visits
We warmly welcome you to visit our school.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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