Pastoral HLTA

Band G
36 Working Hours – 39 Weeks per Year

Due to the retirement of a fantastic staff member, we are seeking to appoint a special person to join us as our Pastoral Teaching Assistant at Poulton Lancelyn Primary School. 

This position is a unique role in school, which will see the successful candidate working predominantly with pupils or small groups of pupils to support them with a range of pastoral, well-being and mental health needs each day. This could include anxiety, separation, bereavement, school avoidance. 

For the majority of the week, the successful candidate will be positioned in our well-equipped pastoral room, where activities such as lego therapy, scaling and quiet club take place. 

We are requiring a patient and committed individual who has the ability to work as part of a team and the sensitivity to treat each pupil that they support with the care and compassion that they need at the time. 

The appointed candidate will have regular catch-ups with senior leaders at school and the Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust pastoral team. 

Training on specific areas of support can be provided based on candidate experience and qualifications. 

Visits to the school are recommended so that further details about the position can be provided. Visits can be booked by contacting the school office. 

The current vacancy is for 5 days, Monday to Friday, working from 8:30am to 4pm, with a staff meeting on Wednesday until 5pm. 

Applications forms for the above post are available from the school office and on the school website. 
Please return completed application forms to Mr A.Milne at the school address, Poulton Lancelyn Primary School, Venables Drive, Bebington CH63 9LY, or email to schooloffice@poultonlancelyn.wirral.sch.uk 

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. 

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th May 2025 at midday. 

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is an Academy which is part of the Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and will follow a stringent vetting and induction process. 

Interviews will take place in May.