Higher Level Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Free parking

Local government pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Richard Lee Primary School in Coventry is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to work across year groups from Early Years to Year 6. You will assist with lesson delivery, planning and pupil support during PPA times, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

The role requires experience with primary pupils, knowledge of EYFS and the national curriculum, and the ability to inspire and collaborate with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children across the primary age range.
• Knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum; willingness to develop further.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults and to lead a class.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparation of lessons for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Delivering lessons and learning experiences to individuals, groups and classes.
• Assessing progress and reporting on pupil development and attainment.
• Support for pupils' physical and emotional needs and staff training activities.

Skills

Experience with primary-age children

Relate to children and adults

Leadership in a class

Education

EYFS Framework knowledge

National curriculum knowledge

Job description

Salary: £26,846 FTE (pro rata to hours worked £22,036)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Grade 4 Point 6£26,846 FTE (Salary will be pro rata to hours and weeks worked - £22,036)

Mon, Tues & Thurs- 8:15am - 3:45pm Weds- 08:15 - 4:15pm Fri 08:30 - 3:30pmwith half an hour unpaid break daily term time only plus teacher training days

We are seeking to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant.

This role will involve working collaboratively with responsible classroom teacher(s) as a Teaching Assistant by utilising detailed knowledge and specialist skills to undertake ‘specified work’ and provide care and supervision to pupils.

The role also entails taking responsibility for teaching groups and whole classes during PPA Times across school from Early Years to Year 6.

Duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

Under the direction of Teaching staff:

Undertaking appropriate planning and preparation of lessons for individuals, groups and whole classes

Delivering agreed lessons and learning experiences to individuals, groups and whole classes as required

Assessing and marking, and reporting on, the development, progress and attainment of pupils

Using specialist skills to undertake those activities necessary to meet the physical and emotional needs of individuals and groups of students, including those with special educational, physical or emotional needs.

Participating in personal and professional development activities to meet the changing demands of the job and encourage and support other staff in their development and training.

Assisting in the supervision, training and development of volunteer helpers, students and other staff.

We are looking for someone who: -

Has experience of working with children across the primary age range

Has a working knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum and the willingness to develop this knowledge further.

Has the ability to relate well to children and adults

Has the ability to lead a class

Is able to support the Class Teacher in the planning and preparation of lessons.

Has the ability to inspire, and enthuseSets high expectations for allHas a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, colleagues and the community

Is a team player with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude

As a successful primary school working as part of a multi-academy trust, we can offer:

High quality, ongoing professional development as part of the Castle Phoenix Multi-Academy Trust

A supportive, friendly and hardworking staff team who are united in their drive to achieve the very best outcomes for every child;

Friendly, happy and well-behaved children who are keen and eager to learn

An excellent support network through our hardworking, committed staff including fortnightly training related to your role in school.

A range of benefits which includes cycle to work, free parking, the local government pension scheme and an employee discount scheme, generous holiday entitlement and a commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition initiatives through our wellbeing committee and people strategy.Closing date: Monday 2 November 09:00am

Previous applicants need not apply.

Richard Lee Primary School is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance

Early applications are encouraged as the Trust reserves the right to call suitable candidates to interview prior to the closing date.

Please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024.

Theseposts areexempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and assuchappointment tothese postswill be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and creating a culture of vigilance and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and vigilance.