Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Learning Support

Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV2 2AJ

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  9 September 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  26 August 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £22,552.00 - £25,633.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 4, Points 6-14

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Learning Support job summary

We currently have 3 roles available, 2 are offered on a permanent basis and 1 is a temporary contract to cover maternity leave.

Part time will be considered dependent upon on the needs of the school.

Do you want to make a positive difference to young people and their lives? Are you patient, empathetic, resilient and supportive? Are you looking to go into teaching and would like some experience in a school setting?

The successful candidate will work with teaching staff to provide learning opportunities and academic support (including numeracy and literacy) to our students, addressing emotional, behavioural, and social needs. There will be an opportunity to work 1-1 with a designated student for part of this role. This post would suit a recent graduate who is looking into a career in teaching or working with young people.

Why work for us?

• Health and Wellbeing Cover - Including cashback on optical, dental, therapy treatments, discounts at many high-street retailers, and access to a wide range of wellbeing services
• 24/7 Counselling & Support Line - Confidential support whenever you need it
• Generous Pension Scheme - Helping you plan and invest in your future
• Opportunities for Progression - We’re committed to your career growth, with clear development pathways, regular reviews, and access to internal and external training to help you reach your full potential
• A Supportive and Inclusive Workplace - Where your wellbeing comes first

The successful candidate will:

• Have a Grade C/ Level 4 or above in Maths and English GCSE’s or equivalent
• Be a dedicated professional with the ability to inspire children
• Set high standards for themselves and others
• Work successfully in partnership with parents and our community
• Be committed to promoting the Catholic ethos of our school;
• Be a team player with good interpersonal skills and able to multi-task in a busy environment;
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and caring;
• Be able to show excellent organisational and communication skills with both children and colleagues

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

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 Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1439 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cardinal-wiseman-catholic-school

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