Higher-Level Teaching Assistant at Wensum Junior School

Wensum Junior School; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wensum Junior School in Norwich is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils and teachers in delivering an inclusive, engaging learning environment. The role involves leading learning sessions, assisting with behaviour management, and covering classes when required under supervision.

The ideal candidate will help assess and plan with teachers, monitor pupil progress, and contribute to safeguarding and school policies.

Qualifications

• Experience as HLTA or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lead small group learning and tailor support.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning sessions and support teachers.
• Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Provide cover for class teaching when needed under supervision.
• Observe pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Contribute to assessment and planning by monitoring and recording achievements.

Skills

Lead learning sessions

Behaviour management

Support pupils

Observe pupil progress

Assessment & planning

Safeguarding

Job description

About this Role

Higher-Level Teaching Assistant - Wensum Junior School

Permanent

Grade: F 13-17

Start date: As soon as possible

Purpose of the Role

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), youwill play a vital role in supporting both students and teachers to create aninclusive and engaging learning environment. Working closely with classteachers, you will help to enhance pupils' learning experiences, ensuring theyare supported in reaching their full potential.

Through tailored assistance for individuals andsmall groups, you will encourage independence, boost self-confidence, andpromote social inclusion, enabling all students to access the curriculum andachieve success.

The ideal candidate will take an active partin leading learning sessions, supporting behaviour management in line withschool policies, and stepping in to cover class teaching when needed undersupervision. You will observe pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers,and contribute to the assessment and planning process by monitoring andrecording achievements.

Inthis role you will demonstrate professionalism and integrity and contribute tothe school's ongoing drive for excellence. With a strong commitment tosafeguarding, you will work in accordance with statutory guidance and schoolpolicies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

We encourage school visits, if you would like to discuss the role or book a visit to the school please contact the school office.

Please refer to the job description and recruitment pack for full person specification.

Evolution Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a social media search. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and a successful applicant would be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Why work for us?

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We're open to flexible working arrangements for roles where suitable.