Job Description
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We are seeking to appoint a part-time HLTA for September 2026 (10 hours per week) on a permanent contract.
We invite applications for this exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and thriving team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. We are seeking a versatile, highly motivated, and pro-active individual who is looking to work within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking school environment.
The successful candidate will be someone who can demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and a genuine passion for supporting the educational and developmental needs of our pupils. This role requires an individual who is not only willing to integrate seamlessly into our existing structure but also eager to bring their own skills and enthusiasm to enhance our provision. If you thrive in a team-based setting and are committed to making a difference in a child's learning journey, we encourage you to apply.
The successful candidate will lead KS1 and KS2 classes to cover PPA sessions during afternoons and also provide scheduled, and short notice, cover for teacher absence. Additionally, the role may include some targeted intervention work.
If you are interested in this role but do not have a HLTA qualification, then we may be able to support and enable you to undertake this qualification.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the school office if you would like to arrange this.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for applications.
Information about the School
Based in Great Dunmow, Essex, Dunmow St Mary's Primary School is a 2FE Foundation primary school with extensive grounds, including our own woodland area and outdoor classroom. As a Church of England voluntary controlled school we have a strong commitment to Christian principles and values that recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of each individual. Every child from any background is welcome in our school and our school life is strengthened by our visits to the local church and by the contribution it makes to our school.
Judged "Good" in our recent Section 5 graded Ofsted inspection, our learning is based around our unique curriculum model designed in a series of cross curricular themes. By making connections between subjects we deepen and enhance our children's learning meaning our children are active, enthusiastic and happy learners. We are committed to our curriculum model and want to see it develop further.
We believe that good learning requires good teachers. Our teaching and support staff are a committed and talented team of people. Together in the classrooms and across the school they make Dunmow St Mary's the wonderful school it is.
Inclusiveness and caring are at the heart of our school. We have invested in supporting our children in the classroom and beyond with a dedicated family liaison officer and SENCO team who help everyone to engage and learn.