Higher Level Teaching Assistant [HLTA]

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VANTAGE ACADEMY TRUST

Preparing local children to thrive as global citizens

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Willow Tree Primary School, Bedford Close, Huyton, Merseyside. L36 1XH

Contract Type: Permanent

Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Hours: Part Time 30 hours - 5 days per week Term Time plus 5 Training Days

Salary Grade: NJC Pay Scale SCP 17 – 23 (Actual Salary £20,870 - £23,166 per annum)

Advert Closing Date: Friday 18th July 2025

Interview Date: Monday 21st July 2025

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Willow Tree Primary School thrives on a friendly, talented, and dedicated staff team committed to developing the potential of every one of our children. Join us on our journey and make a difference.

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Do you have the skills and experience to support and inspire young learners? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our vibrant and supportive team.

Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references being received. References will be requested prior to interview.

About the candidate

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who:

• Meets Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience
• Has Experience of working with children of relevant age in a learning environment
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is proactive, flexible, and committed to inclusive education
• Has a genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential

What we can offer you:

• an inclusive and diverse school community

• friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff

• opportunities to work with colleagues from across the

• Trust

• a firm commitment to your professional development

• an innovative and forward-thinking Leadership Team

• a strong focus on staff wellbeing

To apply for this role online please visit the current vacancies section of our careers page on our Trust website at https://vantageacademies.co.uk/staff-careers/current-vacancies/

If you think this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

We warmly encourage visits to our school. Please contact us on 0151 477 8190, visit our website https://willowtree.knowsley.sch.uk/ or email wtpoffice@vantageacademies.co.uk

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to safer recruitment procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

References will be requested prior to interview.