Higher Level Teaching Assistant - English

Ashmole Academy is looking to appoint a HLTA/Cover Supervisor for our English department who will be responsible for supervising classes during the absence of teaching staff. Under the direction and supervision of teaching staff, the successful candidate will also provide learning support and assistance to pupils in and out of the classroom and may also work with small groups of pupils and on a one-to-one basis. 

The successful candidate may have an English related degree, will have a passion to inspire and maintain high quality of teaching and learning and have a flexible approach to their job role.  This may be suitable for candidates who are considering a career in teaching and the School Direct Programme.   

English is a strength of the school and the English department has a proven track record of success at GCSE and A level with performance consistently above average. Our department, strives to instil in all our students a passion for reading and writing that will underpin their development in other curriculum areas. 

Ashmole Academy is ranked as one of the most successful secondary schools in the country. In the Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025, we are recognised as the second highest riser school, climbing 143 places, and now ranked 193rd.  

Situated near Southgate Station, we have an excellent reputation within the local community and benefit from strong support from governors, parents, students and a dedicated and highly motivated team of staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high level of mutual respect between students and all staff. Our examination results are consistently high and the Academy remains heavily oversubscribed every year. We celebrate diversity and have been awarded a Gold Equalities Award as a recognition of our commitment to equality.

Ofsted: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary. They are highly respectful of others and of their teachers.                                   

Benefits of working for Ashmole Academy

• Access to high quality career development pathways, including a personalised induction plan, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within a large and well-resourced school
• Extensive professional development to ensure high quality leadership and teaching through INSET days, themed whole school meetings, support in completing national professional qualifications and departmental meetings with a focus on training
• A focus on wellbeing led by a staff wellbeing committee, promoting activities such as golden week, subsidised yoga and staff social activities
• Flexible working opportunities at a family friendly school, which includes a Primary School on site
• On site Starbucks as well as over 150 car park spaces and electric charging bays
• Opportunities to be part of a range of school trips including destinations in Europe and the USA 

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.ashmoleacademy.org  

We look forward to receiving your application. 

Closing Date: 10:00am Monday 24th March 2025 

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential elements of our culture. We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.

Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.