Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
HLTA Job Vacancy October 2026
The Pines School is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly hard working team. Our HLTAs work collaboratively with our teaching team, overseen by senior leaders, to provide high quality teaching and learning opportunities for whole classes across the school.
The Pines Primary School is a vibrant 1-form entry primary school with a Nursery and a 20-place specialist resource provision. We have children from a wide range of backgrounds and also have an above national % for pupils with SEND. We are proud of what we do to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We use an approach of continuous provision in EYFS and KS1 as we believe in the importance of learning through play. We have also recently introduced OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) into our lunchtimes.
As an HLTA at The Pines, you would be responsible for teaching classes on a regular basis as part of our PPA and leadership cover timetable. You would also be expected to provide class cover to enable teachers to be released from class for a variety of reasons, including the possibility of covering short-term absences. For this reason, your timetable and teaching commitments would vary each week, overseen by the Deputy Head. You would be provided with medium term planning and learning expectations by teachers but would also be expected to use your own initiative and produce some resources of your own. You will have your own PPA time to facilitate this.
The successful candidate will join a team who are passionate about engaging and inspiring young people in their learning. You will need to be committed, have a sense of humour and have boundless energy.
We need a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant who:
- Is willing to learn. Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting and children with SEND is desirable
- Can provide tailored support for children under the guidance of our team, enabling children to access the curriculum
- Has a willingness to be flexible, no day will be the same
- Is able to work collaboratively with others
- Is calm, patient and empathetic
- Has the ability to work in a team
Our children would like someone who:
- Makes us feel safe and understands us
- Is kind, even if we make the wrong choices
- Has high expectations for us
- Who helps us to feel confident to take risks, to challenge ourselves and who believes we can achieve
We can offer you:
- An inclusive ethos
- Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school
- A caring, committed team of staff
- A commitment to professional development for all staff
- Supportive teams who work well together
Closing date: 6th November 2026
Interviews: Week Commencing 9th November 2026
School visits are encouraged. Please contact Mrs Evans, School Business Manager, should you require any further information and to arrange a visit. sbm@thepinesschool.org.uk
Permanent, Start date - As soon as possible
Hours: 8.30am -3.30pm, approx. 32.5 hours per week, term time + 3 Inset days.
Bracknell Grade H: SCP15-SCP19 £31,015 - £33,119 FTE + London Weighting
At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Salary range
- £31,015 - £33,119 per year