Higher Level Teaching Assistant

32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (Plus Insets)

Monday – Friday 8.30am -3.30pm

NJC 19-23 - £16.62 - £17.85 per hour dependent upon experience

Come and join our team!

St Bonaventure’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming, ambitious and inclusive school at the heart of its community. Every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

We are looking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, has high expectations for all pupils, and wants to make a genuine difference in a vibrant Catholic school community.

Our children are enthusiastic, respectful and eager to learn. Our staff are committed to delivering a rich and engaging curriculum that inspires curiosity, confidence and high achievement. We are proud to offer a supportive working environment where collaboration, professional development and staff wellbeing are valued.

“Leaders remove any barriers to learning or personal development pupils may have, so all can achieve their best. Most pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn the same ambitious curriculum as their peers. Where pupils have complex needs, teachers/LSAs provide bespoke work to meet their needs.”
Ofsted, June 2023

We work closely with parents and carers to ensure all pupils are well supported and able to achieve their full potential.

The role 

The Headteacher and governors are seeking to appoint an adaptable, nurturing and resourceful Higher Level Teaching Assistant who will put children at the centre of everything they do.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. They will support individuals, small groups and whole classes, and will also be required to cover classes when needed. The role will include supporting children during lunchtime as part of our commitment to their wellbeing throughout the school day.

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, can respond flexibly to the needs of pupils, and is confident helping children to achieve their best.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Sound knowledge and an understanding of the KS1 & KS2 National Curriculum 

• A commitment to safeguarding 

• High expectations of teaching and learning 

• Good behaviour management and organisational skills 

• An ability to inspire children to reach their full potential 

• The ability to work closely and collaboratively as part of a team

• Experience of teaching or covering classes

• Experience of supporting individual pupils and small groups

• Good IT skills

• A flexible, positive and proactive approach

We can offer:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school community

• Enthusiastic, respectful children who are eager to learn

• A dedicated and experienced staff team

• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing

• Opportunities for professional development and CPD

• Opportunities to share expertise and work collaboratively with colleagues

• Access to insurance benefits, including wellbeing and medical support

• On-site free parking

• Free tea and coffee

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office.

For more information about our school, please visit the school website. Applicants are also encouraged to read the Job Description and Person Specification for a fuller description of the role.

St Bonaventure’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This will include online checks for shortlisted candidates.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an online disclosure application and provide details of any criminal convictions in line with safer recruitment guidance.