Vale View Primary School Mill Lane Reddish Stockport SK5 6TP Tel: 0161 221 0118 Email: adminvaleview.stockport.sch.uk Higher Level Teaching Assistant Hours of Post: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time only Salary Grade: Scale 5, points 12 to 17 - 27,711 to 30,060 FTE (salary will be pro rata to part time, term time hours) Start Date of Post: 9th June 2025 Vale View Primary School currently has an exciting vacancy for a self-motivated and effective Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) (Level 5) to work across the school. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a primary school, covering classes and hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification and GCSE English and maths (or equivalent). You will work with our caring and dedicated team to support children s learning and social development by providing high quality learning opportunities and care. Initially, the post will be fixed term to cover a maternity leave. Vale View Primary is a larger than average school situated at the heart of the local community. Our vision is to work with our families to ensure that children are well prepared for the next stage of their education. We do this by ensuring children have access to a wide range of experiences through a broad and rich curriculum. We are committed to developing our staff team and providing opportunities for self-development and career progression. You will work with a highly committed and experienced team to build on and develop the success of the school. We are looking for someone who has a passion for learning and is committed to our school values. About you: You will be an excellent classroom practitioner You will have a good working knowledge of the National Curriculum You will have high expectations, excellent behaviour management skills and the ability to establish positive adult-pupil relationships You will have knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and have experience of working to support children who have special educational needs You will have excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills You will be committed, motivated and flexible You will enjoy working as part of a team You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with parents, staff and outside agencies You will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding About us: Our pupils are enthusiastic and are proud of their school We have a highly committed team of professionals We offer an excellent working environment and high-quality resources We provide opportunities to take part in high quality CPD and work with colleagues from beyond our school The support of a committed and experienced Local Governing Body This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly dedicated and friendly team. If you would like to visit the school, please contact the Office Manager, Miss Georgina White for further information. Completed application forms should be posted to the school address above or emailed to adminvaleview.stockport.sch.uk Closing Date: Wednesday 30th April 2025 (midnight) Interview Date: Tuesday 6th May 2025 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. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Stockport Council Valuing Diversity