Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Portway Junior School is a popular and oversubscribed junior school on the edge of Andover. Our most recent Ofsted inspection describes us as a ‘good’ school where children achieve well, take pride in their learning and benefit from an aspirational and well designed curriculum. The report also noted our skilled staff and the strong positive and supportive culture within the school. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our Team. The role will be varied, and you will need to be adaptable and flexible - there will be opportunities to work within the whole class, and on a 1:1 basis with individual pupils.  

We are looking for someone who:

• is patient, calm and caring

• is able to work as part of a team

• Understands that no two days are the same and demonstrates flexibility 

• is a positive person

• has a good understanding of basic English and Maths skills

• understands and respects confidentiality and safeguarding procedures

• is KIND!

We can offer you:

• Amazing children who want to succeed

• A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team 

• Strong CPD internally as well as from external sources 

• Lovely grounds and classroom environments 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Salary scale D  – term time only (39 weeks per year). 

Hours are as follows (term time only):

Five Days 8.30am - 3:30 pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) 

Total Hours = 32.5 (Monday - Friday)

Actual salary £20,873 - £23,269 (full time equivalent of £27,780-£30,564) Depending on experience

Closing date for receipt of applications: at 12 noon on Thursday 22 January 2026.

Please send completed applications to headteacher@portway-jun.hants.sch.uk 

Interview Date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 

Start Date: ASAP (Spring Term)

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.