Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

E-ACT Bannerman Road Community Academy - Believe You Can

E-ACT Bannerman Road Community Academy is a warm, vibrant primary school at the heart of the Easton community in Bristol. We are proud to nurture a culture built on respect, resilience, responsibility, curiosity, and collaboration , creating an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their best.

As an inclusive school with strong community roots, we share our setting with the local Children's Centre, providing seamless support for families and a nurturing foundation for early learning. Our pupils benefit from a rich and engaging curriculum, inspiring educational experiences, and exciting opportunities-from local trips and outdoor learning to sports, assemblies, and community celebrations regularly featured in our school news.

Want to make a difference to young people?

By joining Bannerman Road Community Academy, you become part of a dedicated team committed to helping children believe in themselves and strive for excellence. If you are passionate about supporting young learners, embracing diversity, and contributing to a collaborative and caring school community, we would be delighted to welcome you.

Find out more: https://bannermanroad.e-act.org.uk/

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the team at Bannerman Road Community Academy. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school, working closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide targeted support for pupils, and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities:

Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities for individuals, small groups or whole classes under teacher direction.
Lead lessons when required, ensuring a safe, engaging and includise learning environment.
Adapt learning resources to meet the needs of all pupils including those with additional needs.
Promote positive behaviour in line with the academies policies and values.
Assess, monitor and record pupils progress providing feedback to teachers

Pay range:

SCP 19 - 23 - £14,861.39 - £15,961.36
FTE - £32,061.00 - £34,434.00
19.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Part Time, Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

Teaching Assistant Level 3 or above qualification (or equivalent)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to leas whole-class learning confidently
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Adaptability and flexibility in a busy school environment

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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