Higher Level Teaching Assistant - level 1

Part of the Sunflower Federation

Email: hempnalloffice@sunflowerfed.org.uk

• Salary - Scale F, £15.06-£16.07 per hour (£29,064-£31,022 FTE)
• Permanent
• Part Time
• 18 hours per week (3 days)
• Term Time plus 1 week

Join Our Caring and Inspiring Village School Community

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young learners? Hempnall Primary School is seeking a dedicated and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join our warm, inclusive team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a close-knit village school setting where every pupil is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

About Hempnall Primary School

Hempnall Primary is a small, mixed-age primary school federated with Brooke VC Primary School, located in a welcoming village community. We are proud of our nurturing environment where pupils learn, achieve, and grow together. 

We are committed to continuous improvement, focusing on inclusive teaching and learning.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 1 at Hempnall Primary, you will play a pivotal role in supporting pupils’ learning and personal development. Working closely with qualified teachers, you will take responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing learning activities tailored to individual and group needs, including pupils with SEND and those requiring specialist support.

Your role will also involve:

• Supervising whole classes during short-term teacher absences
• Managing behaviour and promoting positive attitudes in line with our school values
• Supporting pupils’ personal and social needs, including administering first aid or specific care when required
• Leading and guiding Teaching and Learning Support Assistants
• Liaising effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to pupil development

This role offers you the chance to apply your expertise with greater autonomy and initiative within a supportive and reflective school culture.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong commitment to supporting the learning and well-being of all pupils, particularly those with additional needs
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Is confident in using IT and technology to enhance learning experiences
• Can work independently and as part of a team, providing direction to other support staff when needed
• Is reflective and eager to develop their own skills and knowledge continuously
• Holds or is working towards a Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience
• Has experience or training in specialist areas such as first aid or supporting pupils with specific medical needs is highly desirable

If you are motivated by the opportunity to help every pupil succeed in a community that values togetherness and resilience, you will thrive here.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive working environment in a small village school federated with Brooke VC Primary School. 
• Opportunities for professional development aligned with school improvement priorities and your career goals
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning, behaviour, and personal growth
• Collaboration with dedicated colleagues committed to inclusive education and continuous improvement

Become part of a school where you can truly make a difference — apply today and help us continue to nurture confident, compassionate learners ready to grow together.

How to apply

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Please submit a completed application form to Claire Sanford at - hempnalloffice@sunflowerfed.org.uk

Closing date:  12 April 2026

Interview date:  TBA

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Hempnall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.