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Higher Level Teaching Assistant - EYFS and Inclusion - St Paul’s CofE Academy
St Paul’s CofE Academy,
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (EYFS & Inclusion)
Location: Tipton, West Midlands (DY4 9BH) Hours: 31 hours per week (including 5 training days) Salary: Grade E (SCP 18–25) – £31,537–£36,363 p.a. (Actual hourly rate: £23,614–£27,811 p.a.) Closing Date: Monday, 13th July 2026, 12:00 noon
About the Role
At St Paul’s CofE Academy, we believe every child deserves the very best early education. We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our Early Years and Inclusion team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to support Reception and Key Stage 1, working closely with the EYFS Lead, SENCo, and Senior Leadership Team to maximise teaching quality, learning outcomes, and inclusive practice. A role designed for someone who is committed to nurturing curiosity, communication, and independence in every child.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching and learning in Reception and Year 1, including whole-class cover when required.
- Support the implementation of a language-rich, ambitious curriculum to develop:
- Communication and language skills
- Early literacy and numeracy
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Lead personalised interventions to accelerate progress and close gaps in learning.
- Foster independence, confidence, and engagement through play-based and purposeful learning experiences.
- Act as an inclusion champion, collaborating with the SENCo to:
- Remove barriers to learning
- Ensure inclusive practices are embedded in daily teaching
- Support children with additional needs
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with:
- Families (via home visits, workshops, and consistent communication)
- External professionals (health, social care, speech & language therapists)
- Contribute positively to the life of the academy, sharing our school’s faith-based values and vision.
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Person Specification
Key Qualifications & Experience
- Must hold HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) status or an equivalent Level 4 qualification.
- Strong, recent experience working within:
- Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Inclusive environments, particularly with SEND
- Deep understanding of:
- The EYFS Statutory Framework
- Child development (physical, social, emotional, cognitive)
- First-hand experience with small-group/individualised learning and intervention strategies.
- Commitment to excellence and high expectations for all children, regardless of background.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Exemplary communication & interpersonal skills
- Ability to model warmth, patience, and empathy
- Sensitivity when addressing diverse cultural, linguistic, and ability needs
- Strong written and verbal communication to engage with staff, families, and external partners.
- Outstanding organisation and time-management skills.
- Ability to support whole-class instruction and independent learning.
- Passion for play as a learning tool and active learning strategies.
- Commitment to care and ethical safeguarding practices.
Our Vision, Values & Safeguarding
- Demonstrate alignment with St Paul’s CofE Academy’s Christian vision and inclusive ethos.
- Embrace our values: *Care, Compassion, Curiosity, Courage, and Community
- Safeguarding expertise: All appointments must include:
- An enhanced DBS check (including a Children’s Barring List check)
- Strictly exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
- Commitment to ongoing safeguarding training
- An enhanced DBS check (including a Children’s Barring List check)
- Must satisfy immigration requirements under the Immigration Act (2016):
- Fluent spoken and written English is essential.
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What We Offer
- A welcoming, collaborative workforce where support, growth, and shared purpose are central.
- A culture of personal and professional development through:
- Coaching and mentoring
- Training and development opportunities
- Involvement in a vibrant, child-centred school community:
- Engaged, enthusiastic children eager to learn
- Positive relationships with staff, families, and trustees
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Flexible working considered on request (where applicable).
Additional Notes
- Applications must be made via the [official application form link].
- CVs will not be accepted.
- Letters of application must be signed (via email or hardcopy).
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified within 28 working days and invited to interview via email.
- Disability Confident Employer:
- We guarantee an interview for applicants who declare disability and meet essential criteria.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please specify in your application.
- An online verification search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates as part of final checks.
**Application]
Please submit completed forms to:
Vicki Buckley: vicki.buckley@st-pauls.sandwell.sch.uk Deadline: 13th July 2026, 12:00 noon
For further details about the academy or recruitment process, please visit: St Paul's CE Academy Official Website
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