Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Introduction

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Permanent 

Full Time

Grade 8 

We’re Hiring: Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Cover Supervisor wanted! 

Help Shape Young Minds. Make Every Day Count.

Do you love working with children and making a real difference every single day? Are you patient, enthusiastic, and ready to be part of a supportive, passionate team? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

St Edburg’s Upper School is looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who brings energy, empathy, and a can-do attitude into the classroom. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to inspire confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

St Edburg’s CE Primary School is situated on the Kingsmere Estate in Bicester. We are a dynamic, friendly and caring school which is split across two sites – lower school (Nursery to Year 2), and Upper School (Years 3 – 6). The team works hard to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children who come here. Our Support Team work in close partnership with class teachers to facilitate learning, including intervention programmes and in-class support in line with our whole school vision “All are valued, all are loved.”

What You’ll Be Doing:

      •     Supporting pupils to reach their full potential, both academically and socially

      •     Working closely with teachers to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences

      •     Providing one-to-one and small-group support where it really matters

      •     Helping to create a safe, positive, and motivating classroom environment

      •     Co-ordinating lunchtime supervision for the Upper School

What We’re Looking For:

      •     A warm, reliable, and enthusiastic individual

      •     Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and building positive relationships

      •     A passion for helping children grow in confidence and ability

 Qualifications:

• HLTA status
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant (at least 2 years in a school setting)
• Proven ability to support learning independently, sometimes leading whole classes
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
• A DBS check (safeguarding requirement)

Why Join Us?

      •     We offer a welcoming, supportive school community

      •     Opportunities for training and professional development

      •     The chance to make a genuine impact every day

      •     No two days are ever the same

If you’re ready to start a rewarding role where your work truly matters, we’d love you on our team.

To apply, please complete the attached application form and send to Clare Mangan, School Business Manager @ : hr@st-edburgs.oxon.sch.uk

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Start date: ASAP

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.