Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Purley CofE Primary School; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Purley CofE Primary School is seeking an adaptable HLTA to teach and support learning across the primary age range. You will work closely with teachers and teaching assistants to raise attainment and ensure inclusive practice.

The successful candidate will have strong curriculum knowledge and a passion for developing confident, resilient learners, and will embody Purley’s values of Love, Courage and Wisdom in every interaction with pupils and families.

Qualifications

• Holds the required HLTA qualification.
• Commitment to inclusive practice ensuring all pupils are supported.
• Strong knowledge across the primary curriculum, especially reading, writing, maths.
• Excellent team working and communication with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support learning across EYFS to Year 6.
• Work with teachers and teaching assistants to raise attainment.
• Model Purley’s values of Love, Courage and Wisdom.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Team player

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• An adaptable and confident practitioner who can teach and support learning across the primary age range, from EYFS to Year 6, and who holds the required HLTA qualification.

• High expectations for every child, with a commitment to inclusive practice and the belief that all pupils, regardless of background or additional need, should be supported to achieve, participate and flourish.

• Strong curriculum knowledge and a passion for learning, particularly in developing strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics and helping children become confident, independent and resilient learners.

• An excellent team player and communicator who can work effectively with teachers and teaching assistants, build positive relationships with parents and carers, and model Purley’s values of Love, Courage and Wisdom.