HLTA

School 21; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Long Cross is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join in January 2027. The post focuses on behaviour and pastoral support to ensure every pupil can flourish within a warm, inclusive environment.

The role is permanent, 32.5 hours per week during term time, with a salary on the OCL Scale 6 SCP 17-21 and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We value collaborative teamwork, safeguarding, and professional development as the academy continues to drive

Qualifications

• Experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or similar in a primary or special needs settings.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and behaviour management strategies.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality behaviour and pastoral support to pupils to enable learning.
• Support teachers with planning and implementing behaviour strategies and interventions.
• Contribute to a calm, inclusive classroom environment and track pupil progress.

Job description

* HLTANEWFast Apply# HLTAEmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: ACTUAL £24,212 - £25,867Posted: 12th October 2026Start Date: 1st January 2027Expires: 1st November 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1579186Start Date: 1st January 2027* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1579186* Share :Required for January 2027Start date: 1st January 2027Starting Salary: OCL Scale 6 SCP 17-21 (plus Local Government Pension Scheme) £32,046 - £34,237 FTEContract: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time OnlyOasis Academy Long Cross is a very special and exciting place to be. We are a two-form entry school, with a large Early Years Foundation Stage and a 50 place specialist resource base. In addition, we have our health colleagues and a Children's Centre onsite. Long Cross is a successful, caring, and ambitious academy where children and staff flourish. We have a highly skilled and passionate staff team who are dedicated to providing the highest quality of education and care for every child. We are fully committed to providing exceptional inclusive education at the heart of our community.We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate experienced practitioner to join us as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for behaviour and pastoral support in January 2027.We are looking for:- An excellent practitioner with great interpersonal skills, uncompromisingly high expectations and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.- Someone with desire to provide effective and high quality behaviour and pastoral support to ensure every child is successful and reaches their full potential- A highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who will play a key role in our drive for continual improvement.- Someone who shows a passion for closing the gap and reducing barriers for our disadvantaged children- An individual who is committed to their own continuing professional development with an up-to-date knowledge of trauma informed practice and behaviour management strategies.- Someone who is fully dedicated going above and beyond to fulfil our role in supporting community transformationOasis Academy Long Cross is forward-looking school, with inspirational children who are well-behaved and eager to learn. They demonstrate a real pride in our Academy.We do encourage prospective applicants to book a visit to the academy with one of our leadership team to find out more about what life is like for the children and staff at the academy. Please contact the academy office to arrange a visit by emailing or telephoning the school office.Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026Interviews: Tuesday 10th November 2026We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicants.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Long Cross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this committment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this committment. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, along with other relevant employment checks.### Oasis Academy Long CrossPart of### Oasis Community Learning