WAVERLEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION TRUST

WAVERLEY STUDIO COLLEGE

470 Belchers Lane

Bordesley Green

Birmingham

B9 5SX

 Higher Level Teaching Assistant/ Pastoral Support

 (Full-time.  Term-Time only)

Grade 4 SCP23-31

£33,366 -£40,746 pro rata

                                                                                                               Approx actual salary based on SCP23 £29,257

To start ASAP

 

What makes us unique?

Waverley Studio College specialises for students from Year 10 – 13. We specialise in health and well-being, creative technology and enterprise. We are a small and unique college catering for 300 students, with a family feel and atmosphere that is growing in strength. We pride ourselves in our students, who behave well and committed to their learning. Our sixth form students do work experience placements every week, in the local community. Our curriculum includes an exclusive enrichment programme to develop their character and softer skill.

What does Ofsted say about us?

In January 2017, the school was rated GOOD. The staff, students and the local community have united in working together exceptionally well. Ofsted have recognised the high-quality expectations and provision across the school. ‘In the sixth form, value-added progress is well above, or at least in line with, the national average and students consistently attain the highest possible grades. The close links between the regular work experience that sixth-form students undertake and their vocational courses are key contributors to their good achievement.’

Our sixth form results for value-added being recognised in the top 4% in the country nationally.

What are we looking for?

The ideal applicant will have experience of working in a 14 – 19 setting in supporting learners. The individual must be approachable, confident and have excellent communication skills  with staff, pupils, parents and other external visitors as required. The role of the HLTA/Pastoral Support  is integral to the success of the college. The candidate will work with all WSC students to ensure that they meet their targets and fulfil their potentials. HLTA/Pastoral support  will also have responsibility for the pastoral care and wellbeing of the students in their care.

Are you interested in this role?

Our staff and students are welcoming and inviting. You could pre-arrange a tour around our school, if you so wish?

 You can download an application and relevant information from our website.

The successful candidate will need to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religion. Only applications submitted on the schools application form will be accepted.

Waverley Studio College is committed to the protection and safety of its students.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications Tuesday 23 September 2025 at 10:00am

Completed applications should be sent to Applications@waverley.bham.sch.uk Applications received after this date and time will not be considered.  Please note, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion, your application has been unsuccessful.  For further enquiries please call 0121 566 6607.