The posting
Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?
At St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy, we are seeking a talented HLTA who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity to become a valued member of our school community, working alongside dedicated colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences and help every child flourish.
This varied and rewarding role will see you supporting teaching and learning across the school through class cover, delivering high-quality lessons from teacher-planned work, leading PE lessons and running two after-school sports clubs. You'll play a key role in helping pupils develop not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and physically.
Whether you're leading a lesson, delivering targeted interventions, encouraging confidence in a reluctant learner or celebrating a child's success, you'll help create the positive and nurturing environment that makes St Thomas such a special place to learn and work.
About the Role
Working in partnership with our teaching staff, you will:
- Deliver engaging learning experiences that help pupils achieve their best.
- Provide class cover across the school using teacher-prepared plans.
- Lead PE lessons and promote healthy, active lifestyles.
- Deliver interventions that support progress and raise attainment.
- Encourage pupils' confidence, independence and wellbeing.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Support children with a range of learning, behavioural and emotional needs.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Has experience supporting children's learning within a school environment.
- Can inspire, motivate and engage pupils of all abilities.
- Is confident leading learning and taking initiative when required.
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Shares our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed.
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for helping children flourish.
Why Join St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy?
St Thomas is a happy, welcoming and caring primary school in the heart of Ilkeston. Guided by our mission statement, "We serve God when we work and play together," we provide a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their very best.
Our Gospel values of Love, Respect, Forgiveness, Honesty and Friendship are at the heart of everything we do, creating a strong sense of community for pupils, staff and families alike.
You'll be joining a dedicated, supportive team that is committed to providing exceptional opportunities for children while fostering a positive and rewarding working environment for staff.
Part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
As part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, you'll benefit from being part of a family of schools committed to educational excellence and professional development.
Our benefits include:
- Outstanding professional development and CPD opportunities.
- Genuine career progression across our family of academies.
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Nationally agreed terms and conditions.
- The opportunity to work within a values-led organisation where children are at the heart of every decision.
Join Our School Family
If you're ready to inspire young learners, develop your own career and be part of a supportive and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.
Come and help us ensure every child thrives, achieves and flourishes.
