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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Cherry Tree Academy

Pontefract

Salary
Unqualified – Grade 6 FTE £28,598-31,022 Actual £20,100-£21,803. Qualified – Grade 7 FTE £31,537-£34,434 Actual £22,165-£24,201
Applications close
9 October 2026

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Job details

Salary
Unqualified – Grade 6 FTE £28,598-31,022 Actual £20,100-£21,803. Qualified – Grade 7 FTE £31,537-£34,434 Actual £22,165-£24,201
Location
Pontefract
Working pattern
Part time
Applications close
9 October 2026

What this pays

Actual pay

£20,100–£21,803 Actual

The annual salary this post-holder actually receives, after the contracted hours and working weeks are taken into account.

Full-time equivalent

£28,598 FTE

The annual salary a full-time post-holder would receive. Part-time or term-time post-holders normally receive less than this figure.

  • Grade

As advertised:Unqualified – Grade 6 FTE £28,598-31,022 Actual £20,100-£21,803. Qualified – Grade 7 FTE £31,537-£34,434 Actual £22,165-£24,201

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About the role

Thank you for your interest in the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Waterton Academy Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the team at Cherry Tree Academy. Cherry Tree Academy is on an exciting school improvement journey with all stakeholders firmly committed to providing high-quality education for all pupils. We seek to ensure that every pupil achieves their full potential and develops a sense of belonging to our school community and family of schools. The Governors, leaders and children of Cherry Tree Academy are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with the teaching staff supporting children with their learning and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and talented individual to take a key role in our team. We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for education - someone who is driven to make a difference to the lives of the children they work with. Applying for a role at Cherry Tree Academy offers the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community that values both its pupils and staff. The academy is committed to creating a positive working environment where teamwork, professional development, and wellbeing are prioritised, allowing staff to grow in their careers while making a real difference in children’s lives. With a strong focus on inclusion, high standards of teaching, and a shared vision for success, Cherry Tree Academy provides a rewarding and fulfilling place to work for those passionate about education. Interested candidates are welcome and strongly encouraged to visit Cherry Tree Academy prior to applying, please book your visit in advance by contacting Cherry Tree Office on 01924 967603 or cherrytreeoffice@watertonacademytrust.org We look forward to receiving your application. Warm Regards, Adam Dawson Headteacher

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Job reference
higher-level-teaching-assistant-266a80bd-3f50-4dab-86c0-fe9a8c420ae8
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School employer
Posted by the original source
14 September 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
14 September 2026

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