Higher Level Teaching Asst fixed term to 31st July 2027 (ARK LITTLE RIDGE PRIMARY ACADEMY)

Ark Little Ridge is a popular and over-subscribed school in the heart of Hastings graded ‘OUTSTANDING’ in all areas by Ofsted. (October 2023) It has a proven track record of raising standards for its pupils, particularly our most vulnerable..

We are seeking to appoint an experienced or aspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within our Key Stage 1 Speech and Language Facility class for 4 days per week.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and confident practitioner who is passionate about supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Working as part of our specialist provision, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning and support for a small group of pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working successfully with primary-aged pupils, ideally including children with speech, language and communication needs and/or other SEND.
• Be confident in leading learning for individuals, small groups and the class, using planning and guidance provided.
• Have high expectations for pupils’ learning, communication, independence and behaviour.
• Be able to adapt learning and resources to meet pupils’ individual needs and the outcomes identified in their EHCPs.
• Work closely with teaching staff, the SENCO, other colleagues and external professionals to ensure pupils receive well-coordinated support.
• Be confident in monitoring pupils’ learning and progress and contributing to assessment and review.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and communicate effectively with parents and carers.
• Be calm, patient and empathetic, while maintaining clear and consistent expectations.
• Demonstrate initiative and be able to take a high level of responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of learning within the facility.
• Ensure that the school’s values and commitment to inclusion underpin all aspects of their work.

Interested in this exciting opportunity? If you have any questions please contact our Business Manager, Dean Lennard, by email to [email protected]    

To apply please go to http://arklittleridgeprimary.org/vacancies.

Start date: 1^st January 2027  

Contract: Fixed term – until 31^st July 2027

​Hours: 26 hours per week over four days, term time only.  

​Salary Scale: Ark Support (outside London) Point 8; Full time salary £26,824 per annum.

Actual pro-rata salary:  £16,664 per annum (gross).  

Closing date: Friday 13^th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 16^th November 2026