Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HARRIS FEDERATION; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Staff benefits

Job summary

Harris Academy Tottenham is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support learning in the primary phase. The role focuses on assisting teachers, delivering activities, and supporting children with diverse learning needs.

Salary is set at £26,307.67–£27,853.84 for 38 weeks per year at 37.5 hours per week, with strong CPD opportunities and a collaborative working environment within the Harris Federation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complement teaching staff by delivering learning activities for individuals or small groups under supervision.
• Assist with planning, preparation and assessment as required.
• Support the needs of children who require help to overcome barriers to learning.
• Support teacher and academy to raise standards of achievement for all including SEN/EAL.

Skills

Two+ years TA experience

Knowledge of learning barriers

SEN awareness

EAL awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Inspire and transform learning with us. Support local children as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in the primary phase at Harris Academy Tottenham.

The actual salary for this role will be £26,307.67 - £27,853.84 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week).

About Us

At Harris Academy Tottenham, we are innovative, open and collaborative. We would like fellow innovators, passionate pedagogists and creative class leaders to join us during this exciting time. With a dedicated SLT team on hand for support and guidance, there are a multitude of CPD opportunities to thrive on. You can expect to be a part of a fantastic team of dedicated teachers and support staff as well as an attentive, supportive work culture.

Our brand-new facilities allow us to continue expanding our curriculum offer, ensuring students experiences are both varied and enriching. The premises has undergone a comprehensive programme of refurbishment, and reached completion in May 2019. Our new Sports Block opened in May 2019, and has fantastic facilities including a Sports Hall, Activity Studio, Multi Use Game Areas.

Having been recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED in January 2023, we are excited to have new members of staff join us in delivering transformative learning experiences. The inspectors commented that 'learning is the business of the day' and that sentiment underpins all that we do. Since then, the school continues to grow and strive for the highest standards.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Complementing the 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, and supporting the inclusion of children in all aspects of academy life

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 two years' 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 includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an Annual Loyalty Bonus , Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

• our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS
• an Annual Loyalty Bonus
• Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• a Wellbeing Cash Plan

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.