Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Working Hours: Part Time 35 hours - 5 days per week Term Time plus 5 Training Days Number of Positions: 1 Advert Closing Date: 29th January 2026 Interview Date: 5th February 2026 Salary Grade: NJC Pay Scale SCP 17 – 23 (Actual Salary £25,128 - £27,892 per annum) Qualifications Required: HLTA, Maths & English Start Date: 2nd March 2026 St James CE 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 request 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 If you think this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! About Us To apply for this job role, please click the following link: https://vantageacademies.co.uk/staff-careers/current-vacancies/ If the link does not redirect you please copy and paste it directly into your browser: https://vantageacademies.co.uk/staff-careers/current-vacancies/ If you are viewing this job on our Greater Jobs site then please click on the apply now button to view the full advertisement details and relevant attachments. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation