Higher Level Teaching Assistant

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  • Job Reference: 3726
  • Job type: Teaching Assistant / Senior Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Work pattern: Part-time
  • Salary: Please see below
  • Date posted: Thursday 18 December 2025
  • Closing date for applications: Friday 16 January 2026
  • Employer: Cumberland Council

Part Time Higher Level Teaching Assistant (18 hours)

Required from 23rd February 2026 (or as soon as possible)

Ashfield Infant and Nursery School is looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic HLTA to join our highly professional and dedicated team to deliver PPA cover across the school.

PCD 8ii £32,061 - £32,957 pro rata term time

The successful candidate will:
•    Provide PPA cover for class teachers (using planned schemes of work).
•    Be confident to teach in EYFS and Key Stage 1.
•    Be a positive role model for pupils and other staff, able to demonstrate high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•    Be able to work as part of a team.
•    Have high expectations of all pupils and themselves.
•    Be an inclusive practitioner.
•    Be committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all children.

We can offer you
• A warm and welcoming school with happy children who are proud of their school and are enthusiastic about their learning.
• A highly professional and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Job specification and application forms are available on the school website or from Mrs Michelle Coulthard in the school office.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 12 noon, email [email protected] 
Interviews: Wednesday 28th January 2026

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID and medical checks will also be required before any offer is finalised. In addition, if appointed, a completed Childcare Disqualification declaration will also be required.

 

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Ashfield Infant School
Newlands Lane
Workington
CA14 3JG