Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Mentoring

Salary

This role is remunerated on the Rishworth Pay Scale points RW10 to RW20 on the basis of a 0.75FTE contract

Package

This is a term time only position, based on 36 weeks per year to include inset days

Job category/type

Schools

Rishworth School is a forward thinking and innovative UK day and boarding school that retains traditional values.

For the last 300 years, Rishworth School has occupied magnificent buildings in 140 acres of Yorkshire countryside, nestled in the Ryburn Valley.

We are seeking to appoint, from September 2026, An enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Energy, commitment and a willingness to take a full and active part in the broader life of this busy school are essential. The successful candidate will be passionate and committed to the enrichment and extension of the students’ learning experience, contributing to the School’s STEM innovation and research specialism.

Full details may be obtained from Liz Newman. The last date for applications is 15th June 2026 at 9am.

Business Support Application forms can be downloaded from the school website or you can contact ***email_hidden***

Early applications are encouraged, the school reserves the right to invite candidates to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applications should be returned to Liz Newman.

Rishworth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Rishworth School is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for recruitment based on their suitability for the role. No discrimination takes place in appointments on grounds of race, neuro-diversity, disability, gender, age or sexual orientation or any other irrelevant consideration. The School also believes in equality of opportunity for promotion, regardless of race, neurodiversity, disability, gender, age or sexual orientation or any other irrelevant consideration.

Rishworth School, Rishworth,

Halifax, HX6 4QA

Tel: 01422 822 217 Fax: 01422 820 911

www.rishworth-school.co.uk

Email: ***email_hidden***

Charity no. 1115562

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