Vacancies
Please see our vacancies below
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (EYFS)
Bousfield Primary School is a vibrant, dynamic and happy community school in the heart of Inner London. We combine high academic ambition with a rich offer of music, art, dance, sport and exceptional pastoral care. Our children enjoy a spacious green site with Forest School, chickens, a beehive, an allotment and an outdoor kitchen, all of which help bring learning to life. Visitors always comment on the warmth, joy and energy that fill our school.
We are introducing an exciting new role for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) within our dedicated Early Years setting. As our EY HLTA, you will bring a deep understanding of the vital role early communication and foundational knowledge play in a child's development. This varied position also involves supporting the wider school community by providing short-term class cover for staff absence or meetings. We are looking for a positive, adaptable, and calm professional who is genuinely committed to inclusive education. The ideal candidate will thrive in an Early Years environment, possess exceptional organisational skills, and communicate with
both clarity and sensitivity. This role would be ideal for someone looking to grow professionally and advance their career.
If you are eager to bring your talents to a school that truly values kindness, ambition, and creativity, we would love to hear from you.
Visits are encouraged, and a tour will be held on Thursday, 11 June at 11am. Please call the office on 020 7373 6544 to add your name to the list.
Closing date: Wednesday, 17th June 2026 at Noon
Interviews: Week commencing 22nd June 2026
Please email your application to shaima.mezzi@bousfield.rbkc.sch.uk
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, should a suitable candidate be identified.
Due to the nature of the work, this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.
Primary Teacher - PPA Cover
PPA TEACHER – 2 days per week
Main Pay Scale
For 2026/27 academic year
Bousfield Primary School is seeking to appoint a PPA teacher to join our happy and positive team for the 2026/27 academic year. Our priority is that you are positive, reflective and keen to make a difference to the delightful children in our care.
Our unique school is built on the site of Beatrix Potter’s childhood home, where we have a wonderful building, beautiful grounds, outdoor theatre space, forest school, allotment and our own beehives. We prioritise a broad and deep curriculum; creativity lies at our heart. We are constantly reflecting on our practice and look forward to an exciting future ahead. Would you like to join us?
If you would like to arrange a visit, please call 020 7373 6544 or email info@bousfield.rbkc.sch.uk
Please send your application to: jane.griffiths@bousfield.rbkc.sch.uk
Deadline: Tuesday, 23 June 2026 at Noon
Interviews: Mon 29 June 2026
Please note that applications will be considered as they are submitted and we reserve the right to interview before the deadline.
Please note that this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Bousfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
PPA Teacher Person Specification
HLTA - SEND
HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (INCLUSION AND SEND)
Start date: 02 September 2026
Contract: Temporary (one year)
Salary: £38,637 full time, actual £30,990
Contract: Term Time Only plus INSET (5 days)
Hours: 8.30am – 4.00pm
Are you passionate about inclusion and committed to ensuring that every child thrives?
Bousfield Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Inclusion and SEND) to join our dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to play a key role in supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities whilst contributing to the continued development of inclusive practice across the school.
Working closely with the SENCO, teachers and support staff, you will support pupils within the classroom, deliver targeted interventions, provide occasional class cover and help implement projects and initiatives designed to improve outcomes for children with SEND.
The successful candidate will:
- Hold HLTA status or have equivalent experience.
- Have substantial experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school.
- Be committed to inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners.
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Work effectively with teachers, support staff, families and external agencies.
- Be proactive, flexible and solution-focused.
The role will include:
- Supporting pupils with SEND in class and through targeted interventions.
- Working alongside Learning Support Assistants to ensure effective provision.
- Delivering planned intervention programmes.
- Providing occasional whole-class cover.
- Supporting the SENCO with the implementation of SEND initiatives and projects.
- Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
- Contributing to the development of inclusive practice across the school.
We can offer:
- Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- A committed and supportive staff team.
- High-quality professional development opportunities.
- A strong culture of inclusion and collaboration.
- The opportunity to make a significant contribution to school improvement.
CLOSING DATE: Monday, 22 June 2026 with interviews to be held the week commencing Monday, 29 June 2026.
Please email your application to jane.griffiths@bousfield.rbkc.sch.uk
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, should a suitable candidate be identified.
Bousfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all safer recruitment procedures.