Hlta

Wakefield Council; Wrenthorpe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking a dedicated HLTA to join St Michael's CE Academy. The successful candidate will support teachers in creating a nurturing learning environment, assist with learning activities, and work with pupils with special educational needs. This is a part-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including health support and pension scheme membership.

Benefits

Membership to pension scheme

Health support services

Free annual flu jab

Paid annual Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND and/or EYFS is advantageous.
• Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff.
• Contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Complement the professional work of teachers.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities.
• Monitor pupils’ achievement, progress, and development.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Effective communication

Support learning under supervision

Job description

Overview

HLTA at Wakefield Council – St Michael's CE Academy

• Location: Wakefield
• Salary: £19,971-21,449 per year
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Part-time
• Posted: 2 hours ago

The opportunity

At St Michael's CE Academy, we are seeking friendly, reliable individuals to join our nurturing family. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming environment where pupils thrive and teachers excel. If you are committed to excellence, teamwork and making a real difference in young lives, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Can complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals or groups, or short-term for whole classes, and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ achievement, progress and development. This role will predominantly be working in a 12-place provision for pupils with SEND; experience working with children with SEND and/or EYFS would be advantageous. Visits to the school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Yvette Sullivan.

Qualifications and experience

Experience with SEND and/or EYFS is advantageous. The role requires the ability to support learning under supervision, communicate effectively with pupils and staff, and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Why join Enhance Academy Trust?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a successful and forward-looking academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants. The Trust offers a range of employee benefits, including:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Physical and mental health support from a team of nurses, counsellors, therapists, and NHS GPs, plus private medical services
• GP consultations with NHS doctors for employees and household members, 24/7 access; prescriptions can be delivered to local chemists
• Free annual flu jab
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all settings
• A paid annual Wellbeing Day to promote personal health and wellbeing
• PPA at home for teachers where possible

Safeguarding

Enhance Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. The Trust will provide a safe environment and follow policies to prevent harm, promote well-being, and respond to safeguarding issues. For details, view our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy on the school website and view our Recruitment of Ex-Offenders policy.

Job details

• Job title: HLTA
• Job reference: 243985
• Date posted: 17/09/2025
• Application closing date: 29/09/2025
• Location: St Michaels CE Academy, Flanshaw Lane, Wakefield WF2 9JA
• Salary: £19,970.70 to £21,448.84 Actual Salary Package
• Contract: Permanent, Term time only
• Hours: 27.5
• Basis: Part time
• Job category/type: School, School Support, Term time