We currently have 1 position available:
Job Opportunity: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to start January 2026 or sooner
Location: SS Peter & Paul Catholic Primary School, part of Our Lady Help of Christians Multi Academy Trust
Salary: Scale 5 (£15.06–£16.08 per hour, dependent on experience)
Hours: 14 hours per week across 2 days (8.30am–4.00pm), term time only (38 weeks)
About the Role
We are seeking a kind, enthusiastic, and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our vibrant support staff team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across all year groups—from Nursery to Year 6—delivering high-quality teaching and learning as part of our class cover provision.
You’ll be joining a dedicated, professional, and fun-loving team who are committed to nurturing every child’s potential. We offer a strong Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme to support your growth in this exciting role.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates who:
- Have a proven track record of delivering excellent teaching and learning in a primary setting, especially EYFS
- Are confident teaching across the full Primary National Curriculum
- Can work effectively with pupils from Nursery to Year 6
- Promote positive behaviour and a ‘can do’ attitude
- Hold high expectations for themselves and others
- Communicate clearly and work collaboratively within a team
- Are well-organised and proactive
- Are committed to ongoing professional development
Why Join Us?
- Supportive and welcoming school community
- Opportunities to teach across a wide age range
- Strong CPD offer to help you grow professionally
- A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
SS Peter & Paul Catholic Primary School is a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Multi Academy Trust. The partnership benefits from the sharing of experience and expertise across all schools.
More information about our school can be found on:
http://sspeterandpaulcatholicprimary.org.uk/
Please see the attachments below for further details about this vacancy.
To Apply:
Applications should be submitted using the Catholic Education Service (CES) Forms available to download below. Please complete and submit the following:
- CES Support Staff Application Form
- CES Recruitment Monitoring Form
- CES Consent to Obtain References Form
For advice and help completing the application, please download the CES Notes to Applicants guidance also included below.
Applications submitted by CV or by Telford and Wrekin Council’s application form cannot be accepted.
Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] or posted to the school’s address as below:
FAO: Miss C Foster, SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
Coppice Drive, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7HU
Closing date for applications Monday 17th November at 12noon
Interviews will take place Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th November
(Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and submit a CES Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Disclosure Form prior to interview)
This role requires Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance and at least two references.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to equality and diversity.
Please see the Safeguarding Policies on the school website.
This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as stated in the person specification.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 2 working days of the closing date.
Please also ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.
HLTA Job Description and Personal Specification
Please see below for more information:
CES application notes (please read carefully before applying)
CES recruitment and monitoring form
CES consent to Obtain References form
