Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Pastoral Support Worker

Suffolk - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 25979 - 31364

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Trinity CEVAP School
Address: Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2BZ
Salary: 25979 - 31364 pro rata
Hours: 26 hours per week 39 weeks per year and Midday Supervisor Assistant (MDSA) 4 hours per week 38 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent Required as soon as possible
Reference: 8358

Trinity CEVAP School are seeking to appoint an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Pastoral Support Practitioner and Forest School Lead to join our team and to support us in helping all our children to become their very best. Trinity CEVAP is a successful single-form entry primary school on the outskirts of Stowmarket where behaviour is described as exceptional and where pupils love to learn believing that nothing is impossible.

Our extensive grounds include a forest area and this role would also involve developing and running forest school sessions.

You will be engaging and enthusiastic with:

the ability to use your own initiative in supporting the physical emotional and social development of primary aged children.
the ability to inspire and motivate children to ensure that they achieve their full potential.
experience in supporting children and families.
excellent communication and IT skills; English and Mathematics of grade A* - C/ 9- 4 or equivalent and some knowledge of the curriculum requirements for primary schools.
an instinctive ability to deal with problems as they arise and the ability to work with initiative while also following established policies and procedures with the flexibility to adapt to different situations.
Emotional and physical resilience the ability to stay calm in challenging situations patience and understanding.
Experience of working as an HLTA to cover classes if required

HLTA hours will include confidently leading outdoor learning sessions (Level 3 Forest School training available to the successful candidate). You will also cover MDSA duties 4 hours per week.

As a Church of England Voluntary Aided school candidates should be sympathetic to our Christian ethos.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word)

Visits to the school are welcome by arrangement please email for an appointment.

How to apply

Please read and complete the Application Form (Word) and Application Guidance (Word)

Further details and the application form are attached. Completed applications should be emailed to: FAO The Head Teacher Mrs. L. Curran-Spain

Closing date: 12pm 10 February 2026

Please return the completed application form to the school.

This authority 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 relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

DescriptionTrinity CEVAP SchoolAddress: Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2BZSalary: 25979 - 31364 pro rataHours: 26 hours per week 39 weeks per year and Midday Supervisor Assistant (MDSA) 4 hours per week 38 weeks per yearContract: Permanent Required as soon as possibleReference: 8358Trinity CEVAP School are...

Description

Trinity CEVAP School
Address: Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2BZ
Salary: 25979 - 31364 pro rata
Hours: 26 hours per week 39 weeks per year and Midday Supervisor Assistant (MDSA) 4 hours per week 38 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent Required as soon as possible
Reference: 8358

Our extensive grounds include a forest area and this role would also involve developing and running forest school sessions.

You will be engaging and enthusiastic with:

the ability to use your own initiative in supporting the physical emotional and social development of primary aged children.
the ability to inspire and motivate children to ensure that they achieve their full potential.
experience in supporting children and families.
excellent communication and IT skills; English and Mathematics of grade A* - C/ 9- 4 or equivalent and some knowledge of the curriculum requirements for primary schools.
an instinctive ability to deal with problems as they arise and the ability to work with initiative while also following established policies and procedures with the flexibility to adapt to different situations.
Emotional and physical resilience the ability to stay calm in challenging situations patience and understanding.
Experience of working as an HLTA to cover classes if required

HLTA hours will include confidently leading outdoor learning sessions (Level 3 Forest School training available to the successful candidate). You will also cover MDSA duties 4 hours per week.

As a Church of England Voluntary Aided school candidates should be sympathetic to our Christian ethos.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word)

Visits to the school are welcome by arrangement please email for an appointment.

How to apply

Please read and complete the Application Form (Word) and Application Guidance (Word)

Further details and the application form are attached. Completed applications should be emailed to: FAO The Head Teacher Mrs. L. Curran-Spain

Closing date: 12pm 10 February 2026

Please return the completed application form to the school.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Key Skills

Nursing Home Experience
Developmental Disabilities Experience
Direct Support
Computer Operation
Caregiving
Case Management
Special Needs
Training & Development
Child Protective Services
Experience with Children
Word Processing
Addiction Counseling

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