Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Walkwood Church of England Middle School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused middle school in England is seeking a HLTA Grade 4 Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate will provide effective support to pupils, foster a positive learning environment, and assess pupil development. Applicants must have GCSE passes in Maths and English and a commitment to professional development. The position offers a supportive leadership team and wonderful, motivated children, within a term-time only framework.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Commitment to professional development

Community support from church school

Qualifications

• Ability to assess and report on pupils’ development.
• Reflective practitioner committed to Christian values.
• Experience with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient support to inclusive learning.
• Assess and report on pupils' progress.
• Deliver effective pastoral care and understanding.

Skills

Effective support to pupils and staff

Excellent communication skills

Experience teaching whole class

Proactive and flexible teamwork

Commitment to professional development

Understanding of pastoral care

Education

GCSE passes in Maths and English (4+)

Job description

Ofsted stated (2023) “The school’s ethos and values are central to every aspect of school life at Walkwood Church of England Middle School. Relationships between pupils and teachers are strong. Pupils enjoy their learning. Pupils achieve well, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND)”

SIAMS stated (2024):
Led by the vision, leaders are resolute in driving forward the work of the school. This ensures positive outcomes for pupils and adults.
Pastoral care is exceptional and extends from the school into the local community. As a result of this feeling of being treasured, lives are transformed.
There is a strong culture of togetherness, respect and trust between all members of the school community.

Walkwood Church of England Middle School are looking to recruit a HLTA Grade 4 Teaching Assistant.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Demonstrates the ability to provide efficient and effective support to pupils and staff through a fully inclusive approach
• Assesses and reports on pupils’ development, progress and attainment
• Is able to provide effective pastoral care and understanding of all pupils
• Is proactive, flexible and works effectively as part of a team
• Has excellent communication skills with pupils and all stakeholders
• Has experience teaching whole class in the absence of a teacher.
• Is a reflective practitioner
• Is committed to their own professional development
• Is committed to promoting our Christian ethos and values
• Has GCSE passes in Maths and English (4+)

We can offer you:

• A committed and supportive leadership team
• Wonderful, motivated children
• A commitment to your future professional development
• Support from the whole community of our church school

For full details of this position or a tour of the school prior and how to apply, please visit our website www.walkwoodms.worcs.sch.uk

All completed application forms should be sent directly to the school.

Walkwood Church of England Middle School is committed to the protection and safety of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and full references will be expected from the successful candidate.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spamboxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Hours: 35 hours 25 minutes per week, term time only plus 5 days - 8:30am until 3:35pm

Grade:Scale 4 - £31,537 - £ 33,699 p.a. pro rata

Closing Date:9.00am on 11th December 2025

Interview:Interviews will take place on Tuesday 16 December 2025