Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Foxyards Primary School, Tipton, West Midlands, DY4 8BH

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  6 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £18,846.00 - £22,025.00 Annually (Actual) Salary is based on working 27 hours a week over 4 days plus 1 additional hour for staff meetings

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

NJC Grade 5 Pay Point 12-16

Term Time Only

27 hours per week over 4 days plus 1 hour for staff meeting

Closing date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date : Friday 9th January 2026

Start date: Tuesday As soon as possible

Following our ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted , we are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our Foxyards Family.

This is an exciting moment in our journey. We are ambitious for our children, committed to excellence, and determined to continue building a school where everyone can achieve their very best. If you share our values and passion for making a lasting difference, I warmly encourage you to consider joining our team.

We believe that education is a shared endeavour. True success is built on strong partnerships: between children and teachers, staff and families, school and community. Every voice matters here, and every role contributes to the vibrant and purposeful culture that makes our school such a special place to be.

Our school is a place where children are encouraged to grow into confident, well-rounded individuals, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and character to thrive both during their time here and in the wider world beyond education.

For those considering joining our team, we offer far more than simply a place of work. We are a dedicated, supportive staff family who care deeply for one another. Collaboration is central to how we operate; we plan, reflect, and celebrate successes together, ensuring that no one ever feels isolated in their role. Professional growth is equally important, and we provide opportunities for training, mentoring, and career progression, enabling every colleague to continue developing their expertise and aspirations.

The wellbeing of staff is at the heart of an effective school. A happy, motivated team creates an environment where children flourish. We are committed to ensuring that every member of staff feels recognised, supported, and appreciated for the difference they make every day.

If you feel that you have the skills and personal attributes that we are looking for, and that you can commit to our mission and values, then we would welcome your application.

Together, we can create a school where every child and every colleague has the opportunity to succeed

Visits prior to application are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs K Chatterley 01902 553230 or email kchatterley@foxyardsacademy.com

At interview, candidates will be asked for photo identification and where applicable proof of qualifications. The appointment is also subject to the School receiving two satisfactory references.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

Manor Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this vision. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. Manor Multi Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Foxyards Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 337 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Foxyards Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/foxyards-primary-school

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