Higher Level Teaching Assistant

(with a focus on Literacy and co-ordinating Access Arrangements)

To start September 2026

32 hours per week, term-time only

[Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri 08:30-15:30, Tue 09:00-15:30]

Grade 8, commencing point 18 (FTE £31,537 per annum) pay award pending

Actual salary equates to £23,126 per annum

Blessed George Napier is a popular, over-subscribed, Catholic School in Banbury with an excellent reputation for both academic achievement and student welfare.

“Pupils are keen to be part of this thoughtful and inclusive school… enjoying learning and showing kindness are part of everyday life… Pupils talk positively about the support provided for their physical and mental well-being… and study an ambitious curriculum.” Latest Ofsted report

We are seeking an organised and passionate HLTA with a specific focus on Literacy and the co-ordinating of Access Arrangements to strengthen whole-school literacy for students with SEND and ensure they receive the support they need in assessments.

This new position will focus on raising literacy attainment for students with SEND while coordinating their exam access arrangements.

We are seeking a candidate with experience in delivering literacy interventions and supporting students with a range of abilities, alongside a strong understanding of effective literacy strategies and current practice. You will be confident supporting students with literacy difficulties, including dyslexia. Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills are essential, as is a keen attention to detail. Above all, you will be committed to inclusive education and raising literacy standards for all SEND students.

Our people are at the heart of our success and in return we can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work with an outstanding and supportive team
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Recognition of local government continuous service
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Genuine commitment to employee health and wellbeing, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

All applicants must be able to demonstrate an empathy for, and understanding of, the Catholic Christian ethos of the school.

If you have any questions or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our HR department: 

hr@bgn.oxon.sch.uk or call us on 01295 264216

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and, where applicable, a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present photographic ID and/or their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes. 

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

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

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.