Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Grade: F Contract: Permanent Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Term Time Only) Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire- St Aidan's Church of England High School Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Reading Intervention Specialist) Do you want to work in a school where the behaviour and attitudes of students is outstanding, a school which is driven by strong values, a caring ethos and a commitment to educational excellence, and where each and every student knows the gift of life in all its fullness? Furthermore, a school where extra‑curricular success is amongst the highest in the country and student outcomes are well above national average. St. Aidan’s CE High School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team as a Reading Intervention Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting students to develop their literacy skills and achieve their full potential. Working under the overall direction of the Headteacher and day‑to‑day leadership of the SENDCo, the postholder will contribute to raising standards of reading across the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and monitoring targeted reading intervention sessions for students, working both one-to-one and with small groups. These sessions will focus on developing phonics, fluency and comprehension skills, and will be carefully tailored to meet individual needs. You will assess students’ progress through screening and ongoing evaluation, using this information to inform future planning and ensure the best possible outcomes. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate records of student progress and communicating effectively with teaching staff, families and other professionals. Building strong relationships with students and supporting their confidence and engagement in learning will be central to the role. You will also contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring that safeguarding and student wellbeing remain a priority at all times. In addition, you will work collaboratively as part of a wider team, including leading and supporting non‑teaching staff where appropriate. The role requires someone who understands the importance of teamwork, information sharing and multi‑agency working, and who is able to contribute positively to the school’s ethos and community. We are looking for a motivated individual with a strong understanding of reading strategies and interventions, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people. The ideal candidate will be organised, adaptable and committed to continuous professional development. Interviews will be held on Thursday, 2 nd July 2026. Safeguarding St Aidan’s Church of England High School (Part of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust) takes safeguarding very seriously andis committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history. North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party. #J-18808-Ljbffr