Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Pelaw; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic education trust in the UK seeks a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teaching across the school. Responsibilities include leading small group sessions, promoting good behavior, and contributing to the school's Catholic ethos. Candidates should hold an HLTA qualification and have a track record in education. The role offers a great opportunity to work collaboratively in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of delivering whole class and small group teaching.
• A successful track record in education.
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support, lead, cover and teach small group and whole-class sessions.
• Contribute to the overall Catholic ethos of the school.
• Promote good pupil behavior in line with school policy.

Skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Behavior management

Oracy development

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

St. Alban's Catholic Primary School requires a committed, conscientious and exceptional individual to support higher level teaching assistant capacity throughout the school. We are focused on living out our mission, "Jesus said, 'I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full'". We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest Catholic education trust in the North East of England, with a plan to have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive team. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive person with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall Catholic ethos/work/aims of the school
• Be committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children and young people
• Support, lead, cover and teach small group and whole-class sessions as part of planning, preparation and assessment (PPA) time
• Reflect upon practice and demonstrate a desire to continually improve
• Promote good pupil behaviour, in line with school policy
• Provide timely feedback to pupils to support continued progress
• Adapt teaching to accommodate the needs of all pupils
• Establish good relationships
• Encourage pupils to act independently
• Recognise the importance of assessment for/of learning
• Develop the firm foundations of oracy in our pupils
• Be aware of and comply with school policies/procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, behaviour, anti-bullying, anti-racism, confidentiality and data protection; report concerns to an appropriate person
• Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team to carry out roles effectively

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent
• Experience of delivering whole class and small group teaching
• A successful track record
• An ability to work within a team
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum

The successful applicant will be expected to work effectively in any part of the school to help teaching staff provide excellent learning opportunities for our children.