Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Westleigh St Paul’s CE Primary School

School Street

Leigh

WN7 5JN

Salary: Grade 6, £24,033 - £26,520 per annum.

36 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year plus 3 days for inset

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am 4:00pm with 30 minutes lunch

Tuesday 8.30am 5.00pm with 30 minutes for lunch

Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our reception team, with the ability and confidence to support learning across all primary year groups when needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a nurturing, values-led school community where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to flourish.

About the role

The successful candidate will:

• Support and uphold the Christian ethos of our school, modelling kindness, respect and compassion in all interactions.
• Demonstrate positive behaviour management strategies that promote a calm, purposeful learning environment.
• Work effectively as part of a strong, collaborative team, contributing to planning, assessment, and high-quality provision.
• Bring experience of supporting pupils with SEND, adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
• Maintain excellent attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with pupils, staff, and families.

In return we can offer:

• Strong, supportive leadership that values your contribution and invests in your growth.
• A warm, welcoming family ethos where staff wellbeing truly matters.
• High-quality CPD opportunities tailored to your professional development.
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, work-life balance, and a positive working culture.

An application form is attached to this advert and is returnable to the school.

Please note we DO NOT accept CV applications.

If you require any further information or wish to discuss the role further, please contact, on 01942 672611, or email enquiries@admin.westleighsaintpauls.wigan.sch.uk

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures and Child Barred List and satisfactory references.

Shortlisting date: Tuesday 17^th March 2026

Interview date: Friday 27^th March 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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