Start Date: November 2025

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with HLTA responsibilities to join our happy and committed team at Broadwater CE Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children's learning and development while contributing to the continued growth of our school.

Salary & Hours:

• Teaching Assistant Salary: Grade 3 Point 3 (£24,796.00 FTE), pro rata, term time only (£17,640.09)
• HLTA Responsibility Time: Payable at Grade 8 (£17.15 - £18.80 per hour depending on experience)
• Working Hours: Full Time - 31.25 hours per week (including lunchtime supervision)

Role Overview:
The successful candidate will support pupils across the school, assist class teachers with a range of duties, lead small group work and interventions, and cover teacher absences in an HLTA capacity. For the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to take on the role of Senior Lunchtime Supervisor, paid at HLTA grade.  We are looking for someone who is patient, kind, and understanding. Professional development will be fully supported.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a positive and reliable team member with excellent interpersonal skills
• Have experience covering whole classes in primary or early years settings
• Deliver pre-planned lessons confidently
• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Motivate and support children to achieve their potential
• Possess good literacy and numeracy skills
• Work effectively both independently and under the direction of the class teacher
• Support the school’s strong Christian ethos
• Hold an HLTA qualification (desirable but not essential)

Safeguarding Statement:
Broadwater CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to a full DBS check.

Visits & Applications:
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Huskinson at office@broadwaterce.org.

• Application Deadline: 12 noon, Wednesday 19^th November 2025
• Interviews: Wednesday 26^th November 2025

Please read this advert in conjunction with the HLTA Job Description and the Teaching Assistant Person Specification, found at the bottom of this oage.

The Governing Board are seeking two Foundation Governors with, ideally, expertise and knowledge in Finance and HR. The appointment is for a 4-year term and is made by the Diocese. 

For an application form, or further information, please contact the Clerk to the Governing Board, Mr Neil Powell, via email clerk@broadwaterce.org. 

Closing date 28^th November 2025

What is a Foundation Governor? 

Please follow the link below or scan the QR code for information from the Diocese of Chichester on the role.

Chichester Diocese School Governor's Recruitment Video

Diocese of Chichester Foundation Governor web-page