Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for our internationally renowned specialist music school located in city centre Manchester. Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English-speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester.

The Job

• We are looking for a committed, flexible and enthusiastic HLTA to join our Learning Support Department, working as part of a team with the Head of Learning Support, the Assistant Head of Learning Support and two part-time teaching assistants.
• This is a varied and rewarding role, combining in-class support with targeted learning support, as well as opportunities to lead learning at KS2 and KS3.
• This is a full-time, fixed-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027, term-time only.

In return

• Salary SCP 16, £20,600.04 per annum (£27,635.62 FTE)
• Benefits include subsided catered lunches during term-time, on site gym, free tickets to selected concerts & Cycle to Work Scheme.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 22nd May 2026

Interviews will take place: Week Commencing Monday 1st June 2026

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702