Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Haddenham Community Junior School; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Haddenham Community Junior School is seeking an experienced HLTA who can confidently lead learning across the school and provide PPA cover. You will work alongside class teachers, plan and deliver high-quality activities for whole classes and groups, and play a key part in our intervention and catch-up programmes.

The ideal candidate will have substantial HLTA experience, be able to work independently, and support pupils with SEND while maintaining high expectations of behaviour and learning.

Qualifications

• Has substantial HLTA experience within a school environment.
• Confident leading whole-class learning and delivering PPA cover.
• Experience planning and delivering interventions and targeted support.
• Can work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for ensuring pupils receive high-quality learning and support.
• Has high expectations of children’s learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and promoting inclusion.
• Builds positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage workload effectively.
• Communicates confidently and works well as part of a wider team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children.
• Shares the values of respect, resilience, empathy and reflection.

Responsibilities

• Leading class teaching during teachers’ PPA / management time.
• Supervising classes when teachers are temporarily unavailable and undertaking short, pre-planned absences.
• Planning and delivering high-quality learning activities for whole classes, small groups and individual pupils.
• Leading & organising small group interventions to enable pupils to make progress.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and ensuring that all children are included and able to access learning.
• Using effective behaviour management strategies and maintaining high expectations of pupil behaviour and conduct.
• Monitoring and observing pupil performance and sharing information with class teachers and other professionals.
• Working confidently and collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Directing the work of other adults where appropriate.
• Contributing to the planning, assessment and evaluation of learning.
• Making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

Skills

HLTA experience

Independent working

Behaviour management

Job description

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is confident working independently, leading learning and making a real difference to children’s progress and wellbeing.

At Haddenham Community Junior School, our aim is for every child to “Dare to Fall and learn to fly.” Our four core values - respect, resilience, empathy and reflection - underpin everything we do. We are committed to enabling all our children to thrive emotionally, intellectually, physically, socially and spiritually.

About the role

The successful candidate will be an experienced HLTA who can confidently work alongside class teachers and take responsibility for leading learning across the school.

The role will include:

• Leading class teaching during teachers’ PPA / management time.
• Supervising classes when teachers are temporarily unavailable and undertaking short, pre-planned absences.
• Planning and delivering high-quality learning activities for whole classes, small groups and individual pupils.
• Playing a significant role in our intervention and catch-up programme, leading & organising small group interventions to enable pupils to make progress.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and ensuring that all children are included and able to access learning.
• Using effective behaviour management strategies and maintaining high expectations of pupil behaviour and conduct.
• Monitoring and observing pupil performance and sharing information with class teachers and other professionals.
• Working confidently and collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.
• Directing the work of other adults where appropriate.
• Contributing to the planning, assessment and evaluation of learning.
• Making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

About you

We are looking for an experienced HLTA who:

• Has substantial experience working at HLTA level within a school environment.
• Is confident leading whole-class learning and delivering PPA cover.
• Has experience planning and delivering interventions and targeted support.
• Can work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for ensuring pupils receive high-quality learning and support.
• Has high expectations of children’s learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND and promoting inclusion.
• Builds positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage their workload effectively.
• Communicates confidently and works well as part of a wider team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children.
• Shares our values of respect, resilience, empathy and reflection.

We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced HLTAs who are ready to bring their knowledge, skills and experience to a new school.

Why join Haddenham Community Junior School?

We are a friendly and supportive school with a strong commitment to helping every child reach their potential. You will be joining a dedicated team where your experience and contribution will be valued.

If you are an experienced HLTA who is passionate about teaching and learning and would enjoy working in a school where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.