Teaching Assistant & Higher Level Teaching Assistant
OutwoodLocation: Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange (Lundwood, Barnsley)
Working Pattern: 28.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Term time only, plus 2 days)
Teaching Assistant hours: 16 hours
Higher Level Teaching Assistant hours: 12.5 hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Training: Professional development and ample opportunities for career growth will be provided.
About the Role
Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange is seeking applications from committed individuals to join our team in a dual-role as a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). This is a unique and rewarding opportunity where you will work collaboratively with teaching staff across the whole planning cycle and play an active role in classroom management.
Your typical daily routine will be split into two core areas:
Morning Sessions (Teaching Assistant): Supporting the teaching and learning of Maths and English under the direction of class teaching staff.
Afternoon Sessions (HLTA): Taking a lead in the classroom by covering the Planning, Preparation, and Assessment (PPA) time of class teachers.
About the School
Located in the heart of Lundwood, Barnsley, Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange prioritises strong community relationships and fosters a supportive, nurturing environment where children can thrive. We are a school where you can make a genuine impact; our dedicated team is committed to maintaining high expectations and making a significant, positive difference in the lives of our pupils and their families.
Why Join Our Team?
A Supportive Culture: We value collaborative practices, professional development, and empower our staff to contribute directly to the success of our students.
Holistic Education: We champion both academic achievement and the holistic development of each child through our personal development curriculum.
The Outwood Family: Enjoy access to excellent resources and the broader support network of the prestigious Outwood Grange Academies Trust.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a highly self-motivated professional with high expectations for all pupils.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) is essential.
Excellent curriculum knowledge.
The creative flair and inspirational ability to make learning purposeful and relevant—helping our children raise their aspirations and believe in their own abilities to succeed and shine.
Strong teamwork skills, with effective communication and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, whilst operating in line with our safeguarding procedures.
How to Apply
When completing your application, please give due regard to the job documentation:
Job Descriptions:
- To view the full TA Job Description please click here
- To view the full HLTA Job Description please click here
Person Specifications:
- To view the TA Person Specification please click here
- To view the HLTA Person Specification please click here
Please note: All essential criteria listed on the Person Specification will be used to shortlist candidates for interview. If you do not demonstrate and/or evidence that you meet all of these essential elements within your application, you will not be selected for an interview.