Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Level 4

About Oldbury Wells School

Oldbury Wells School is not a school that stands still. We are ambitious, outward‑looking, and unapologetically driven to be the very best—for our learners, our staff, and our community.

We believe that great schools are built by great people. At Oldbury Wells, staff are trusted as professionals, encouraged to innovate, and supported to grow. We invest in research‑informed practice, purposeful collaboration, and high‑quality professional development, because we know that when staff thrive, learners flourish.

Our forward‑thinking approach is underpinned by meaningful partnerships that challenge us to think bigger and do better. We work alongside Eton College on research projects, engaging with leading educational thinking and contributing to evidence‑based practice that shapes real classroom impact. We are also proud of our partnership with the Royal Air Force Association, which enriches our curriculum, strengthens our community links, and reinforces our commitment to character, service, and aspiration.

At Oldbury Wells, inclusion, ambition, and excellence go hand in hand. We are relentless in our focus on high standards, adaptive practice, and equity for all learners—and we expect the same professional curiosity and commitment from our staff. In return, you will be part of a school that values courage, collaboration, and creativity.

We are not interested in maintaining the status quo.

We want to work with the best—and we are determined to beat the best.

If you are driven by impact, excited by innovation, and ready to be part of a school that is shaping its future with confidence and purpose, Oldbury Wells School is the place for you.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work closely with an individual student, providing tailored support to meet their specific educational and pastoral needs.

This exciting role is fixed-term, with working hours and duration linked directly to the student’s allocated funding. The post will remain in place while the funding continues and may be subject to change or end should the funding be reduced or withdrawn.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering targeted support programmes under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo

• Supporting learning, engagement and social development

• Monitoring and recording progress against agreed targets Working collaboratively with staff, parents and external professionals.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold HLTA status or equivalent experience

• Have experience of supporting pupils with additional needs

• Be flexible, patient and committed to inclusive practice

• Have strong communication and teamwork skills.

We offer a supportive working environment, we are an inclusive school, keen to provide the best experience for learners and staff alike. We are keen to invest in our team of professionals, and this is an opportunity to make a real difference to a child’s school experience.

This is a term time only role.