Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding professional development

Career progression across academy

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support learning across the school. You will deliver teacher-planned lessons, lead PE sessions and run two after-school sports clubs, helping pupils develop academically, socially and physically.

You will contribute to a nurturing environment, inspire confidence in learners and collaborate with staff to ensure every child thrives.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children's learning within a school environment.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage pupils of all abilities.
• Confidence in leading learning and taking initiative when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning experiences that help pupils achieve their best.
• Provide class cover across the school using teacher-prepared plans.
• Lead PE lessons and promote healthy, active lifestyles.
• Deliver interventions that support progress and raise attainment.
• Encourage pupils’ confidence, independence and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Support children with a range of learning, behavioural and emotional needs.

Skills

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Experience supporting children’s学习

Excellent communication & teamwork

Motivating and engaging pupils

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?

At St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy, we are seeking a talented HLTA who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity to become a valued member of our school community, working alongside dedicated colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences and help every child flourish.

This varied and rewarding role will see you supporting teaching and learning across the school through class cover, delivering high-quality lessons from teacher-planned work, leading PE lessons and running two after-school sports clubs. You'll play a key role in helping pupils develop not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and physically.

Whether you're leading a lesson, delivering targeted interventions, encouraging confidence in a reluctant learner or celebrating a child's success, you'll help create the positive and nurturing environment that makes St Thomas such a special place to learn and work.

About the Role

Working in partnership with our teaching staff, you will:

• Deliver engaging learning experiences that help pupils achieve their best.
• Provide class cover across the school using teacher-prepared plans.
• Lead PE lessons and promote healthy, active lifestyles.
• Deliver interventions that support progress and raise attainment.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Support children with a range of learning, behavioural and emotional needs.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Has experience supporting children's learning within a school environment.
• Can inspire, motivate and engage pupils of all abilities.
• Is confident leading learning and taking initiative when required.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Shares our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for helping children flourish.

Why Join St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St Thomas is a happy, welcoming and caring primary school in the heart of Ilkeston. Guided by our mission statement, "We serve God when we work and play together," we provide a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their very best.

Our Gospel values of Love, Respect, Forgiveness, Honesty and Friendship are at the heart of everything we do, creating a strong sense of community for pupils, staff and families alike.

You'll be joining a dedicated, supportive team that is committed to providing exceptional opportunities for children while fostering a positive and rewarding working environment for staff.

Part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust

As part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, you'll benefit from being part of a family of schools committed to educational excellence and professional development.

Our benefits include:

• Outstanding professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Genuine career progression across our family of academies.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Nationally agreed terms and conditions.
• The opportunity to work within a values-led organisation where children are at the heart of every decision.

Join Our School Family

If you're ready to inspire young learners, develop your own career and be part of a supportive and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.

Come and help us ensure every child thrives, achieves and flourishes.