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St James' CofE Academy · Bedford · Bedford

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
St James' CE Primary - Primary Phase

We are seeking to appoint a committed and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across St James'.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher
  • Supporting pupils’ learning across the primary range
  • Working with individuals and groups, including pupils with SEND
  • Contributing to assessment, planning and pupil progress
  • Supporting the wider life of the school

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds HLTA status or equivalent experience
  • Has strong classroom practice and behaviour management skills
  • Is flexible, proactive and highly organised
  • Can work effectively as part of a team
  • Is committed to raising standards and supporting all learners

We offer:

  • A supportive and inclusive school community
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A positive and well-resourced working environment


Start date: 1st September 2026 or ASAP

Visits to the school are welcome.

Benefits

NJC points 8 - 11

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About this school

St James' CofE Academy

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 5–11

Not rated
Pupils
192
Avg teacher salary
£41,153
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.1:1
Academy trust
DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS MULTI-ACADEMY 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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Bedford, Bedford, MK40 4BD

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Salary
NJC points 8 - 11
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
30 June 2026
Closing date
1 September 2026

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