Learning Manager (HLTA)
- Employer: St Helens Borough Council
- Reference: 000958
- Published: Tue 11/11/2025, 22:01 PM
- Closing on: Mon 24/11/2025, 0:00 AM
- Working Pattern: To be confirmed
- Hours: To be confirmed
- Salary: £29,617.87 - £31,695.49 per annum
- DBS Check: No
- Workplace: On-Site
- Location: To be confirmed
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Learning Manager (HLTA)
Inspire. Educate. Empower.
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is a successful and thriving one form entry primary school in St Helens with provision from Nursery (age 3) to Year 6. We are a warm, nurturing and welcoming school where all staff care hugely for our wonderful children. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Learning Manager (HLTA), who can inspire and motivate our children.
Start January 2026.
The governors are seeking to appoint a HLTA to support teaching and learning by: in class support; PPA cover; cover for Senior Leaders and subject leaders. You will be an outstanding practitioner who has the skills and experience to plan, deliver and assess lessons under the guidance of teaching staff, this includes cover across all Key Stages with a particular focus on EYFS and KS1.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for teaching and learning
- Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
- Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
- Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom
- Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life
- Is a practising Catholic or be supportive of the Catholic ethos of our school
Working at Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.
Ofsted said in December 2024, Pupils feel loved at this welcoming school. The school’s motto, ‘Together we will soar to new heights’, underpins the high ambition that staff have for pupils and that pupils assume for themselves. Pupils are happy because they feel valued and cared for here.
Our school is a really special place where our children develop their many talents and we fully recognise the importance of educating the ‘whole’ child. We aspire for all of our children to soar to new heights in Holy Spirit academically but we also seek to nurture those special gifts which makes each child unique.
Our staff enjoy:
- A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
- The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence
- Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development
- The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students
- A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect
We can offer the successful candidate:
A welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos where all are valued
A school deeply committed to an ethos focused on success for all
Enthusiastic and friendly children who are eager to learn
A happy positive environment
A strong and supportive Governing Body
A supportive, talented and committed staff team
At Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.
Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Short listed candidates will be required to plan and deliver a short lesson.
We warmly welcome you to come and visit us on Thursday 20th November at 3:45pm. Please ring the school office to make an appointment (01744 678670). We can have an informal chat and answer any questions you may have on the visit.
Closing date: Monday 24th November.
Lesson Observations and Interviews: Tuesday 2nd December in the afternoon.
For more information regarding this role, please contact holyspirit@sthelens.org.uk
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.
This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.