TA      SCP 7 - 9  14.25 hrs   /  HLTA  SCP 9 -12 16.25 hrs   

Term Time Only plus 3 Inset Training Days across the academic year (38.6 working weeks / 44.39 paid weeks)

Mon – Thurs 8.30am to 3.30pm /  Fri –  8.30am to 1.30pm  - Total hrs:  30.5 per week.  

Fixed term from 01/03/2026 to 31/08/2027

We are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support upper key stage 2 classes and group work and specifically SEN children within the class. They will assist with the planning preparation and development of work programmes as well as prepare resources to support a range of learning activities. 

 You would work with small groups or individual pupils, especially those with SEN to enable learning, organise and maintain the learning environment and takes responsibility for aspects of class organisation, administration and displays. 

 This role would include monitoring, evaluating and recording pupil progress and developing reports, as directed. HLTA’s provide support to the teacher by accompanying pupils on offsite activities, work as part of a team to ensure that the wellbeing, behaviour and personal development of pupils enhances their learning opportunities and life skills. 

You would contribute to curriculum and classroom planning, informally and at meetings. Maintain confidentiality is a must. Awareness of safeguarding protocol is also essential. 

Closing date for applications 25 January 2026

Interview date 30 January 2026 TBC

We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive enough applicants.

Safeguarding Statement :

Excalibur Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer.  The Trust is proud to serve a diverse student and parent community.  The aims of the Trust’s recruitment policy are to ensure that the best possible staff are recruited on the basis of their merits, abilities and suitability for the position; to ensure that all job applicants are considered equally and consistently; to ensure that no job applicant is treated unfairly on any grounds including race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, disability or age; and to ensure that the School meets its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people by carrying out all necessary pre-employment checks.