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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Inclusion Mentor

Oakwood Primary Academy · Eastbourne · East Sussex

Job description

Oakwood Primary Academy is looking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Inclusion Mentor to join our friendly and supportive team.

This role is offered on a permanent, full-time, term-time only basis, working 37.5 hours per week (8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday)

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to children who may need a little extra support to thrive at school. You will build positive relationships with pupils, help them overcome barriers to learning and support them to develop confidence, resilience and self-regulation. You will work alongside colleagues and families to create a positive, inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

We would love to hear from you if:

  1. you have HLTA status, a relevant qualification such as ELSA, or equivalent relevant experience
  2. you have previous experience in a similar role supporting children and their behaviour, learning and wellbeing
  3. you are confident in implementing agreed positive behaviour management strategies consistently and effectively
  4. you have experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities
  5. you have a genuine passion about inclusion and helping children reach their potential
  6. you are enthusiastic, flexible and enjoy being part of a team

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

  1. A supportive team who place our values of ‘Knowledge, Equality, Determination and Achievement’ at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
  2. Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
  3. A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
  4. A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
  5. The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
  6. Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
  7. Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact the school on opaoffice@oakwoodpa.org.uk or 01323 501251.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.

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About this school

Oakwood Primary Academy

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 3–11

Good
Pupils
304
Avg teacher salary
£42,698
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.5:1
Academy trust
AURORA ACADEMIES TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 0SS

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Salary
FTE: £29,668 (actual salary: £25,862.17)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
21 October 2026
Closing date
4 November 2026

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