Higher Level Teaching Assistant EYFS and Inclusion
Required September 2026 (Subject to clearances)
At St Paul’s C of E Academy, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated Early Years team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about Early Years education and inclusion. Working alongside the EYFS Lead, SENCo and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional teaching and learning, leading high‑quality interventions and ensuring every child can flourish.
Qualifications
- Holds HLTA status or an equivalent Level 4 qualification.
- Has significant experience of working within EYFS.
- Has a secure understanding of the EYFS Statutory Framework and child development.
- Is passionate about giving every child the very best start in life.
- Understands the importance of communication and language development, purposeful play, school readiness and high‑quality interactions.
- Has experience of supporting children with a range of additional needs.
- Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Has high expectations for all children and is committed to inclusive practice.
- Shares and promotes the Christian vision and values of St Paul’s C of E Academy.
- Has strong communication skills which show integrity in the workplace by being honest, trustworthy and transparent while also acknowledging the needs of others and showing empathy.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high‑quality teaching and learning across Reception and Key Stage 1, including providing whole‑class cover when required.
- Support the delivery of an ambitious, language‑rich curriculum that develops children’s communication, language, early reading, writing and mathematics.
- Lead high‑quality interventions that accelerate progress and help children achieve their full potential.
- Promote children’s independence, curiosity and confidence through engaging learning experiences and purposeful play.
- Work alongside the EYFS lead and SENCo to champion inclusive practice, ensuring barriers to learning are removed and every child can participate, succeed and flourish within a fully inclusive school community.
- Build positive relationships with families and external professionals to secure the very best outcomes for children.
- Contribute fully to the wider life of the academy.
Benefits
- A welcoming and supportive staff team, parents and Trustees who share common goals.
- Well‑behaved, enthusiastic children who value their school.
- A vibrant, warm friendly working environment.
- Excellent coaching and professional development opportunities.
Safeguarding: Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.
Hours: 31 hours per week, Time‑time plus 5 days
Grade: Grade E SCP 18 – 25 – £31,537 – £36,363 p.a. (Actual salary £23,614 – £27,811 p.a.)
Location: St Paul’s Church of England Academy, Robert Road, Tipton, West Midlands, DY4 9BH
Closing Date: Monday 13th July 2026 at 12 noon
Interview date: w/c 13th July 2026
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please include these on your application. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
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