HLTA of SEND

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Attendance and Inclusion

Thank you for your interest in the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Attendance and Inclusion) at Greyfriars Catholic School, part of The Pope Francis Multi Academy Company (PFMAC) within the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our growing inclusion team at an exciting point in the school's development. This is a unique opportunity to become part of an ambitious team that is rethinking how schools support students whose attendance, social and emotional needs, or additional learning needs create barriers to success.

At Greyfriars, we believe that every child deserves to belong. We know that education changes lives, but students can only benefit from an outstanding education if they are present, engaged and able to access learning successfully. Nationally, attendance has become one of the most significant priorities for schools. At Greyfriars, we have responded by creating an innovative Attendance and Inclusion Hub that brings together attendance, inclusion, safeguarding and pastoral support into one coordinated approach. Rather than seeing attendance as simply getting students through the school gates, we see it as ensuring that every young person feels connected to learning, known by adults and able to flourish within our community.

A central part of this role will be coordinating and delivering our bespoke programmes of study for students who require short-term alternative provision within school. These may include students returning following prolonged absence, experiencing social, emotional or mental health difficulties, or requiring carefully planned reintegration following periods away from mainstream lessons. Working closely with the SENCO, Attendance Team and pastoral leaders, you will ensure that students continue to experience an ambitious curriculum whilst developing the confidence, resilience and routines needed to return successfully to mainstream education.

We are looking for someone who combines warmth with high expectations, someone who believes in building relationships while never losing sight of the importance of excellent learning. The successful candidate will be highly organised, emotionally intelligent and committed to helping students overcome barriers to education. They will understand that every conversation, every intervention and every successful return to the classroom has the potential to change a young person's future.

Our vision at Greyfriars is that we are a Catholic school that champions each and every student so they can flourish individually and collectively. We champion students through excellent teaching, clear routines and strong relationships. We believe that working hard and being kind enables young people to become the very best version of themselves. This role is central to that mission, ensuring that our most vulnerable students remain connected to learning and are supported to achieve success.

If you share our ambition to build an inclusive school where every student belongs, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you wish to seek further information. I would be delighted to personally show you around our wonderful school and discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.

Yours faithfully

Ms Lyndsey Caldwell

Headteacher

Application Details

To apply for the post of Teacher of SEND (or HLTA of SEND), please:

• Fully complete the application forms, ensuring all details are accurate and all declarations are signed. Please ensure you include details of two professional referees, one being your current employer (with email addresses).

For further information please contact the School Business Manager, Sophie Upellini, at [email removed] or by phone: [phone removed].

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Application due by 5pm: 30/09/2026

Interview date: TBC
Job start: ASAP

As we are a Catholic school, applicants must complete the CES application form in order to be considered for an interview. There is no requirement to be Catholic in order to be successful at an interview. We are committed to equal opportunities.

To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1998 (as amended by S147 of the Nationality and Immigration and Asylum Act 2002) all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Greyfriars Catholic 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 applicant for any position will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS (disclosure and barring system) and appropriate Right to Work clearances and our recruitment and selection practice

Overview of Pope Francis MAC

The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company (PFMAC) is a family of Catholic schools in Oxfordshire, who work together to promote the teaching of Christ and the Catholic faith.

PFMAC comprises nine Catholic primary schools and two Catholic secondary schools and is an integral part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham ensuring that the Church’s educative mission is fulfilled.

We believe each person is a unique creation made in the image of and likeness of God, called by name, with a special vocation and gifts to bring to the world. We seek to develop these talents in each individual by being a beacon for Catholic education in Oxfordshire.

Job Description for HLTA

• Deliver high-quality intervention, learning and pastoral support for students experiencing barriers to learning, particularly those with SEND, SEMH needs or poor attendance.

• Coordinate and deliver bespoke programmes of study and intervention within the Attendance and Inclusion Hub, enabling students to remain engaged with education and successfully reintegrate into mainstream learning.

• Work alongside the SENCO, Attendance Team, pastoral leaders and teaching staff to remove barriers to learning through carefully planned academic and pastoral support.

• Champion students by developing their confidence, resilience, literacy and independence so that they are able to flourish both academically and personally.

Reporting to: SENCO
Liaising with: Headteacher, Senior Leaders, SENCO and Inclusion Team, Teaching and Support Staff, MAC representatives, external agencies, and families.
Salary: Grade 8 Point 18 £31537 FTE - Actual Pay £28265

37 Hours per week

Weeks Worked - Term Time Only - Plus 5 days

Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term with potential to go permanent

Disclosure Level: Enhanced

• Contribute to the development and delivery of an ambitious, inclusive, and tailored curriculum for students with SEND.

• Plan and prepare lessons and interventions, specifically, phonics interventions, that are differentiated to meet a range of complex needs, fostering confidence, independence, and aspiration.

• Assist with curriculum development projects to ensure the curriculum remains inclusive and responsive.

To coordinate and deliver high-quality provision within the Attendance and Inclusion Hub, ensuring that students who experience barriers to learning remain engaged with education and are successfully supported back into mainstream school life.

• The delivery of high-quality teaching and intervention sessions to students with SEND, ensuring clarity, compassion, and high expectations.

• Monitoring and