Higher Level Teaching Assistant

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Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their nurturing team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on children's learning experiences in a supportive and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, committed to safeguarding, and eager to contribute to a culture of excellence and integrity. Join a team that values professional development and teamwork, ensuring that both staff and students thrive. If you are ready to inspire and support young learners, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have HLTA qualification and experience in a primary school setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching staff in delivering high-quality education.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive environment for students.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification

Relevant Teaching Experience

Job description

Palmers Cross Primary School - Elston Hall Learning Trust

Windermere Road, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton WV6 9DF

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

£15.08 - £16.93 per hour (Trust Pay Scale 5) Job Ref: PCHLTA

35 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Permanent

Required to start as soon as possible following pre-employment checks

We are seeking to recruit a caring, motivated and experienced HLTA to join our team at Palmers Cross Primary School, based in our Nursery. You should be a committed practitioner, who is passionate about learning and looking for a place where you can make a meaningful impact. Our Trust aims to create learning environments built on integrity and support, where children are happy and inspired by exceptional teaching.

Elston Hall Learning Trust is dedicated to achieving the highest standards in education, striving for excellence in all areas of learning and ensuring that both pupils and staff are supported to reach their full potential. We invest in the professional growth of our people and offer various opportunities for professional development to help you continuously improve and advance in your career.

You will be part of a supportive community where teamwork and shared goals are highly valued. Our Trust fosters an inclusive culture, ensuring a positive and nurturing environment for everyone.

Commitment to Wellbeing and Safeguarding

Elston Hall Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check along with other relevant employment checks including at least two satisfactory references, prohibition check for teaching staff, right to work in the UK and qualifications.

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration form prior to interview and online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants. References will be sought for shortlisted applicants prior to interview where possible. If you would prefer us not to do this, please indicate this and reasons on your application form.

The post holder must be aware of and adhere to the Trust’s and school’s policies and procedures in connection with Child Protection and Safeguarding.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Further information can be found on our Trust website including our Child Protection and Safeguarding policies, the reference form we use to obtain references, and our policy on the recruitment of ex-Offenders. www.elstonhallmat.co.uk

CLOSING DATE FRIDAY 2 MAY, 2025 AT 9AM

INTERVIEWS FRIDAY 9 MAY, 2025

To apply please visit https://www.elstonhallmat.co.uk/careers-at-ehlt

Please read our ‘recruitment information for candidates’ before making your application. Complete and return a non-teaching application form which can be found on our website.
If possible, please save your application as a PDF document and name the file with your name and job reference. Please return your completed application form to [e-mail] before the closing date. If you would prefer to complete a form on paper please return to Dawn Cooper, HR & Governance Leader, Elston Hall Learning Trust, Stafford Road, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, WV10 6NN.