Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

A holistic, modern school in the heart of Greenwich is on the hunt for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start ASAP.

The school has expressed that they would like to interview candidates as soon as this week, so if you think this Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is perfect for you, read on to find out more!

What you'll be doing:

• Delivering pre-planned PPA cover lessons across the school:
  • Gaining valuable teaching skills and working with a variety of students and topics
  • Running activities with classes while the teacher is in PPA time
• Supporting students across all year groups
• Covering planned foundation subject lessons like MFL, PSHE, RE, Music
• Supporting students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Speech and Language)
• Small group and 1:1 work
• Using creativity and imagination to engage students with the Primary curriculum

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring teacher looking to gain experience in the classroom while also gaining valuable insight into SEN support. Similarly, if you're a teaching assistant/cover supervisor looking for a step up and to upskill yourself, please apply!

Job Description:

• Pay between £24,000 and £25,200 (amount dependent on experience)
• ASAP Start
• Located in the Borough of Greenwich
• Delivering pre-planned PPA lessons to classes across the school

If this sounds like the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role for you, apply with your CV; initial calls and trials can be arranged immediately!

Person Specification:

• A degree at 1st Class/2:1 Level - Ideal
• Strong experience in education - Essential
• Strong communication skills
• Passionate about education
• Previous HLTA experience would be very desirable

School Description:

• Based in the borough of Greenwich
• Holistic ethos in the school - Developing the 'whole child'
• Modern, purpose-built building
• Teachers and TAs are given a lot of autonomy in the classroom and encourage children to learn semi-independently
• Consistently at the top of the league tables for Primary Schools in Greenwich
• Ran by a fantastic Exec Headteacher
• Supportive environment - everyone looks out for each other

If you're interested in hearing more about the Person Specification: Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, apply with your CV and if shortlisted, your dedicated consultant (Millie) will be in touch within 24 hours of applying!

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