Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Pembrokeshire Learning Centre

Educators; Wales; À distance; GBP 29 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Educators is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join Pembrokeshire Learning Centre. The HLTA will work under the direction of lead teachers, deliver sessions to small groups, manage resources and support safeguarding and IDPs.

Experience with ALN and understanding safeguarding is beneficial; applicants must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). The post is for 30 hours per week during term time across 45.8 weeks per annum.

Qualifications

• Relevant knowledge and experience of pupils with ALN would be beneficial.
• Understanding safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is required for this post.

Responsabilités

• Work under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Classroom Teacher.
• Plan, prepare and deliver sessions to small groups of students.
• Manage classroom resources.
• Manage heightened behaviours and keep children safe.
• Assist in the preparation of materials and displays.
• Contribute to the delivery of individual development plans (IDPs)

Connaissances

ALN experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Team collaboration

Description du poste

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Pembrokeshire Learning Centre

Salary: Grade 6 - £29,071 - £32,046 pro rata. Grade 6 - £29,071 for 30 hours per week term time only for 45.8 weeks per annum equating to £20,704.94 pro rata.

The Head Teacher and Management Committee are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team of highly motivated professionals who work collaboratively to raise standards at all levels. The applicant must support a positive, nurturing environment where students are encouraged to meet their potential.

You will be expected to:

• Work under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Classroom Teacher,
• Plan, prepare and deliver sessions to small groups of students
• Manage classroom resources
• Manage heightened behaviours and keep children safe
• Assist in the preparation of materials and displays
• Contribute to the delivery of individual development plans (IDPs)

Relevant knowledge and experience of pupils with ALN would be beneficial. You must have an understanding of the safeguarding principles and child protection procedures. Experience of managing a range of approaches to behaviour, including managing behaviours that challenge would be advantageous.

A good standard of education, an understanding of child development, together with excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

You will need to be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) for this post.

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Employee Benefits

Our employee benefits are designed to help invest in your future and are in addition to living and working in Pembrokeshire, one of the most beautiful and desirable counties in the UK.

The Visit Pembrokeshire website https://www.visitpembrokeshire.com/ is an excellent source of information, and showcases the wide variety of activities, amenities and adventures that await you.

Please refer to the job description above for more details on this vacancy and the person specification.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.

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Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

Please note that at this point, Pembrokeshire County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

• Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing [e-mail] .
• Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing [e-mail] .
• Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2025.
• Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.