Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/£

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Pension Scheme with employer contrib.

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Job summary

Harris Primary Academy Beckenham is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support learning and assist teachers across classes, while upholding safeguarding and inclusive practices.

You will help with planning and delivering activities, support pupils with SEN/EAL and more able groups, and monitor progress to raise attainment. The role is 37.5 hours across 38 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of learning barriers, including special needs.
• Experience contributing to and assessing provision for children with a range of needs.
• Some knowledge of social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• At least two years' school-based experience as a TA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Complement the professional work of teachers by delivering learning activities for individuals/groups under supervision.
• Manage and develop teaching assistants, including allocation and training.
• Take a lead role within the academy to address the needs of children struggling to learn.
• Support children, teachers and the academy to raise standards of achievement for all (SEN, EAL, More Able).
• Encourage independent learning and support pupils' welfare and inclusion.

Skills

SEN knowledge

Experience as TA

Learning barriers

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths at grade C/4 or above

NVQ Level 3

Job description

About Us

Our Academy opened in September 2015 in order to provide high quality primary places for local families. We believe that every child is unique and that each deserves the opportunity to be happy, feel valued and experience success.

We are part of a Federation of schools with an established track record in Bromley and across London. Our staff team is committed to ensuring that all of our children access the highest quality education in a safe and nurturing environment.

We believe that all children can achieve and know that it is our job as educators to do everything possible to enable children to reach their potential.

We are lucky to have a bright, modern and welcoming building for our school community.

We are fortunate to have a strong and committed partnership with our parent body, a tradition we want to continue as the Academy grows and develops.

Summary

Inspire and transform learning with us. Supportlocal children as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Harris Primary Academy Beckenham.

The actual salary for this role will be£26,307.67 - £29,954.93 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week).

Main Areas of Responsibility

As aHigher Level Teaching Assistant, your areas of responsibility will include:

• Complementingthe professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or short term for whole classes and monitoring children and assessing, recording and reporting on their achievement, progress and development.


• The management and development of teaching within the academy and/or management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training.


• Under an agreed system of supervision, taking a lead role within the academy to address the needs of children who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning.


• Supporting children, the teacher and the academy in order to raise standards of achievement for all (e.g. SEN, EAL, More Able, all underachieving groups).


• Encouraging children to become independent learners,providing support for their welfare, andsupporting the inclusion of children in all aspects of academy life.

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above


• NVQ Level 3, or equivalent


• Good knowledge of a range of learning barriers, including special needs


• Experience of contributing to and assessing provision for children with a range of needs


• Some knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds


• At least twoyears’ school based experience as a TA, or equivalent

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an AnnualLoyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more aboutour benefitson our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.