Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Are you ready to be the inspiring classroom presence that motivates pupils to work harder than they ever thought they could? At Horbury Primary Academy, we are seeking a proactive and driven Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with teaching staff to support learning, promote inclusion and help all pupils to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, providing vital PPA cover for class teachers, leading whole-class learning with confidence and enthusiasm. Working collaboratively with teaching staff, they will also assist with the complete planning cycle and management of classroom behaviour, fostering a calm, purposeful learning environment where every pupil feels supported. The role requires a proactive professional with exceptional interpersonal skills, who can use their own initiative to remove barriers to learning and respond effectively to the individual and diverse needs of pupils.

The position is on a part-time basis working Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.30am to 12.00pm, and 1.00pm to 3.30pm.

At Horbury Primary Academy, we strive to create an environment where pupils enjoy learning and are given opportunity to stretch themselves, both academically and also through a wide range of other extra-curricular activities. Our success is founded on traditional values set in a warm friendly environment.

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying. In order to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact the Admin Team on 01924 263224 or email at admin@horburyprimary.accordmat.org.

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits, and we also encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefit package, Working For Our Trust - Accord (accordmat.org)

Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees' financial, physical and mental wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Technology scheme via SmartTech*

• Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards

• Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans

• Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.

• Cycle to Work Scheme*

• Free annual flu jab

• Free on-site parking at every site

• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*restrictions apply

The Accord Multi Academy Trust was established in September 2016 and is currently made up of five academies, four of which were the founding members of the Trust. The Trust is committed to providing world-class education for all our young people within our community, and as such, we recognise the pivotal role that our staff team have in this respect. The Trust places at the heart of its development a commitment to high-quality professional development for all staff who join the Trust. We understand that by investing in our staff, we will create an organisation with a shared vision and values that will transform education for young people.

We offer a supportive work environment with a dedicated and approachable central operational team and an educational strategy group that will work with you in order for you to reach your career goals and aspirations.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 921213.

Application forms are available from our vacancies website. 

Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org.

Closing Date: 9.00am on Monday 22 June 2026.

Interviews are likely to be held during week commencing 22 June 2026.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above.

Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.