Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students and contribute to a collaborative teaching environment. The role requires a Level 3 qualification and experience in a school setting, focusing on child development and personalized learning approaches. A commitment to professional growth and safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Inclusive culture with support groups

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of the curriculum and special educational needs.
• Proven skills that will contribute to student progress.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs.
• Contribute to the development of the school.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Experience in school environment

Qualifications such as Level 3 for Teaching Assistant

Reflective and flexible practitioner

Commitment to personalized learning

Education

Level 3 qualification for Teaching Assistant or equivalent

Job description

Overview

ile Cross Academy is a small and caring 11-16 mixed comprehensive school that was created on 1st May 2017. We are part of Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust, welcoming students from 11 years old to 16 years old, providing a standard of academic excellence for secondary and education. We are very proud of the positive learning experience offered to our students and the support available to ensure they achieve their full potential

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who;

• Will have a sound knowledge of child development, the curriculum and supporting children with special educational needs.
• Has experience of working in a school environment and has experience of working with students in KS3 and/or KS4.
• Is a qualified Practitioner with qualifications such as a Level 3 for Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
• Has proven skills that will contribute to student progress.
• Is a reflective and flexible practitioner.
• Is committed to developing personalised learning approaches for students.
• Will contribute to the development of the school and the Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust in raising standards.

In return, we will offer you

• A collaborative and inclusive culture, where team members will upskill you and give you regular opportunities to learn from each other in a safe and collaborative environment.
• An opportunity to undertake structured CPD via access to the National College online CPD platform and/or apprenticeships such as the CIPD or Coaching via our Apprenticeship Levy – amend examples based on roles.
• Access to Career Pathways and Pledge to help you plan for and make your goals a reality via our Professional Growth and Performance process.
• A wellbeing culture, with paid and unpaid time off to support life events via our Life Leave Policy, access to a Wellbeing Champion and the opportunity to participate in our annual staff wellbeing survey with Edurio, so we know and can respond to views.
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which includes confidential counselling, access to wellbeing advice and a lifestyle app called “My Possible Self”.
• Access to a suite of supportive policies, such as Life Leave, Wellbeing, Career Break and Family Friendly.
• Access to a generous pension scheme known as the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Access to a comprehensive employee rewards package including Long Service Awards, Employee Referral Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and contribution to glasses and eye-sight tests for eligible display screen users.
• Opportunity to be part of key Trust-wide collaborative groups such as the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI working group) and Wellbeing working groups, including menopause support and neurodiversity support.
• Onsite parking at all schools.

How to apply

Informal conversations are warmly welcomed. Please contact Amy Milner – PA to the Headteacher. Applications should be made at: www.mynewterm.com

NB CVs will not be accepted

Aspart of our recruitment process, we carry out rigorous online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying. While technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if substantial use of AI is used, the application will be disregarded.

We value our people and are dedicated to making sure that everybody feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We have an outstanding opportunity to work at Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust.

We promise to treat all candidates fairly, consistently and with respect throughout the application, assessment, and selection process.

We are also “happy to talk flexible working” subject to the operational requirements of the role.

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This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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