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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Coventry City Council

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Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking dynamic Higher Level Teaching Assistants to work in a vibrant special needs school. The role involves leading classes, supporting pupils with complex needs, and collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance student learning. Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Personalised professional development

Free tea, coffee, and on-site parking

Excellent wellbeing benefits

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

GCSEs in Maths and English required.
NVQ Level 3 in relevant discipline preferred.
Experience with Early Years practice is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead classes in the absence of teachers.
Support pupils' learning with tailored strategies.
Collaborate with teachers and external agencies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English grade 4/C or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 or higher in a relevant discipline

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Our Values

Our vision, "Together, children first," reflects our belief that everyone plays a vital role in helping our pupils reach their full potential.

Our Values

Our vision, "Together, children first," reflects our belief that everyone plays a vital role in helping our pupils reach their full potential.

Our values drive everything we do at Castle Wood. The school values are honesty, integrity, trust, empathy, respect.

About The Team We Are Recruiting To

Join our dedicated team at Castle Wood, a vibrant special needs school supporting 167 pupils aged 3 to 11 with a range of needs, including PMLD, SLD, ASD, and complex behavioural challenges. We're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.

We offer:

Enthusiastic, happy children
A welcoming, supportive team
Personalised professional development
Staff workwear
Free tea, coffee, and on-site parking
Excellent wellbeing benefits, including occupational health, counselling, salary sacrifice schemes (childcare vouchers, cycle to work)
Local government pension scheme
Opportunities to collaborate with experts
Supportive governors and parents

What is the job role?

We’re seeking dynamic Higher Level Teaching Assistants to work with children, including those with complex autism and challenging behaviours. The role involves leading classes in the absence of teachers, working 1:1 or in groups, and being flexible across various class teams. Experience with Early Years practice is preferred.

We have 2 positions;

1 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
1 x 28 or 21.5 hours per week (3 or 4 days per week)

To start as soon as possible.

In this role, you will work closely with teachers and the team to plan, implement, and evaluate lessons for individuals and groups of pupils. You'll support pupils' learning by using tailored strategies to help them meet their next steps and monitor their progress through observation and recording. Your responsibilities will include providing supervision during indoor and outdoor learning, offering objective feedback on pupil achievements, managing teaching resources, and promoting pupil independence using alternative resources. You'll also collaborate with external agencies, assist with the welfare and care of pupils, including personal hygiene and first aid, and contribute to the school's ethos and development. Additionally, you'll support the training and development of other staff, participate in relevant meetings, and take on additional duties as required by the Headteacher.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who:

Holds GCSEs in Maths and English grade 4/C or equivalent, and an NVQ Level 3 or higher in a relevant discipline.
Has strong communication skills and is proficient with relevant technology.
Can work effectively as part of a team, form positive relationships, and also demonstrate leadership when needed.
Is committed to the well-being and progress of everyone at the school, including high aspirations for pupils and themselves.
A good knowledge of the EYFS is advantageous, but a willingness to learn and embrace its principles is crucial.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

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Senior Support Staff. HLTA Job Description Nov 21 (1).pdf

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