Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Felixstowe is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. The role involves planning and delivering lessons, promoting student independence, and being part of a passionate educational team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be resilient, and have experience working with primary-aged children. This position offers a supportive work environment focused on student well-being and development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a primary school setting.
• Experience delivering learning activities to groups of children.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Teaching Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant across the school.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons to pupils, and monitor and assess standards of individuals.
• Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resilience

Problem-solving

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade C / 4 in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent

Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching

Job description

Location: Felixstowe IP11 9ED

Salary: Scale 12 : 17 A GBP 27,711 : A GBP 30,060 FTE per annum, A GBP 20,936 : A GBP 23,116 pro rata including an allowance for holiday pay

Vacancy Type: Permanent, term time plus one week, 32.5 hours a week

The Primary School is a member of the Education Trust. The Trust is an expanding multi-academy trust with 13 primary and 9 secondary schools.

The Role

They are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic person with high standards and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with others as part of their school as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

The Primary School is looking to appoint an individual who is passionate about teaching and learning and building meaningful relationships with children and staff. They are a school built on kindness, providing a holistic and values-led education with relationships, wellbeing, and belonging standing front and centre in all they do.

Their HLTAs are highly valued and will have the opportunity to work in a small team on planning and resourcing lessons. They will be supported with detailed curriculum guidance, schemes of work, plans, and resources. They will have PPA and will be supported by their class teachers and Deputy Head.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a Teaching Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant across the school.
• As an HLTA, plan, prepare, and deliver lessons to pupils, and monitor and assess standards of individuals.
• Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.

Skills And Qualifications

The professional competencies expected of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant are:

• The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
• Able to maintain positive relationships with all and work effectively and flexibly as part of a team; willing to adapt methods and routines to benefit the team;
• Willingness to accept responsibility, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and embrace challenges;
• Creative and proactive in finding solutions;
• Flexible and adaptive to changing needs and priorities;
• Resilient, empathetic, calm, and professional under pressure;
• Insightful and analytical with good problem-solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective relationships with staff, children, parents, and the community;
• A self-reflective practitioner seeking continuous improvement;
• Ability to see the big picture in relation to school priorities and improvements;
• Ability to articulate their educational philosophy aligned with the school ethos;
• A sense of humor;
• Ability to inspire and enthuse staff and children about learning;
• Passion for working with primary-aged children;
• Highly self-motivated, energizing, and motivating others;
• Insight into current developments in teaching and learning relevant to their subject.

The Personal Competencies Expected For The Role Are

• Engages appropriately with pupils, prioritizing their best interests;
• Works with minimal supervision;
• Understands statutory requirements and policies;
• Maintains confidentiality appropriately;
• Works well as part of a team.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a grade C / 4 in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent;
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a primary school setting;
• Experience delivering learning activities to groups of children;
• Level 2 or 3 Certificate in S (the full qualification name seems incomplete and should be clarified).