An opportunity has arisen for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our experienced team at Blandford St Mary CE Primary School. 

Our Biblical underpinning, ‘Let all that you do be done in love,’ permeates through our school. The atmosphere at Blandford St Mary is friendly and all of our staff are valued, well cared for and respected. The children behave well, are keen to learn and are respectful to each other, staff and visitors. 

1.     We are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who will be able to provide planned PPA and leadership cover to teachers throughout the school.  

We achieve above national expectations at the end of each Key Stage through the delivery of rigorous learning, and so we seek to recruit a HLTA who has the enthusiasm, skills and desire to make a difference. A HLTA who can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be. 

If you are passionate about education, enjoy working with children and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to visit our school. I guarantee that once you step through our door and see what our fantastic school has to offer, you will want to apply!  

This is a part-time (31 hours, 15 minutes per week), permanent position, 39 weeks per year (this includes INSET days).

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a number of pre-recruitment checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.