Nacton C of E Primary School - Nacton, Ipswich IP10 0EU
Salary depending on experience:
HLTA Salary (£30,024 - £33,699 prorated) - Grade 4, Scale Point 12-15
TA Salary (£25,185 - £28,142 prorated) – Grade 3, Scale Point 4-10
Full time
Permanent
Required from September 2026
Your role
We are looking for either an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or an experienced TA with the desire to train to be and take on the role of HLTA, to join our supportive, close-knit team. This is a blended position, involving responsibilities as both an HLTA and, at times, a Teaching Assistant.
Key responsibilities
- You will play a vital role in teaching and learning across our small school in both the role of HLTA and TA.
As a Teaching Assistant:
- Engaging with pupils individually and in small groups supporting in class and delivering interventions
As an HLTA
- Cover teaching 3 afternoons a week for PPA time (in year 2 and key stage 2) under the direction of class teachers
- Providing additional planned and emergency cover for teacher absence and release
- Teaching our small year 2 class of 14 children on a Friday
Ideally you will have:
- Confidence in leading whole-class teaching.
- Experience as a TA if wishing to progress to HLTA
- Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
About us
Nacton C of E Primary School is a small village school with a family feel. We build strong foundations, rooted in the teachings of the Bible and example of Jesus, to enable our children to reach their fullest potential. They learn to value themselves, cherish one another and take responsibility for the world around them.
We will offer you:
- A welcoming, friendly team who genuinely care about each other
- Children who are polite, thoughtful and keen to learn
- A Multi Academy Trust (MAT) who put the children at the centre of all their decisions and who are keen to develop the HLTA role
- A school and MAT who care about staff workload and wellbeing
- Planning time and your own laptop
- Professional development opportunities
- All staff employed as a HLTA will be expected to have or gain a formal HLTA qualification within 18 months of successfully completing their probation period.
To find out more:
For an informal discussion please contact Gemma Taylor, Headteacher on (01473) 659370
More information can also be found on our website at https://www.nacton.suffolk.sch.uk
How to apply:
Please complete the Application form:
Job Description and Person Specification
Completed applications to be returned to: admin@nacton.suffolk.sch.uk or postedClosing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 5pm
Interview date: Monday 18th May 2026
Nacton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for all posts.