Higher Level Teaching Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
POST: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
LOCATION: Shireland Technology Primary
SALARY: Band E, SCP 18 to 25 £27,344 - £32,020
HOURS: 37 hours per week, Term Time + 2 weeks
REQUIRED FOR: September 2023
Can you help us develop the SMART CREATIVES of the future?
Join us on our journey and be part of something special.
Shireland Technology Primary School is part of the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust providing staff with opportunities to progress both within the school, and across the Trust.
We are a new innovative two-form entry free school primary that opened in 2019 in the heart of Smethwick and situated on the same site as the three times outstanding secondary school Shireland Collegiate Academy.
Our purpose is to empower pupils to achieve beyond expectations by providing the best technology-enabled education opportunities.
We are seeking a hardworking and committed employee who shares in our passion for making a difference to the lives of children. A good command of the English language, strong communication skills and relevant qualifications and experience are paramount for the successful candidate.
We are looking for someone who is dynamic, strives to continually improve, with a collaborative and friendly disposition who can work as part of a team and will take initiative. While we place high precedent on IT skills, as a Technology Primary, for the right candidate we would provide training to help improve upon skills where necessary.
In return we will offer:
- Opportunities across our MAT to enhance skills and experience at both primary and secondary level
- Excellent career development opportunities
- Exceptional CPD provision including regional, national and international experts in their field.
- A technology rich environment which allows staff to be innovative in harnessing technology for learning.
- The chance to be part of a brand-new school with a new building with unique facilities and an amazing team
Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.
To arrange a visit to see our school, please contact the office on 0121 720 3388
To apply for this position please go to
Non-teaching - Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust (shirelandcat.net)
Closing date for applications: Friday 16th June 2023.
Interviews: Monday 26th June 2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Higher Level Teaching Assistant roles across Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,344 - £32,020 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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