Higher Level Teaching Assistant; Pre-School Room Lead (Temp)

Folly View Primary; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme with 1

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Folly View Primary is seeking a dedicated HLTA to lead the Pre-School and support pupils, teachers, and the wider school community. You will help learners reach their potential through tailored learning support, promoting inclusion and independence.

You will assist with planning and delivering lessons, monitoring progress, developing resources, and liaising with parents and external professionals. A commitment to safeguarding, equality and pupil wellbeing is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Meets HLTA standards or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Committed to raising achievement and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and deliver engaging lessons and learning activities.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to support next steps.
• Support assessment activities and contribute to records and reports.
• Develop resources and adapt teaching materials to meet needs.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external professionals to support pupils.
• Adhere to safeguarding and promote equality and wellbeing across the school.

Skills

Experience with children

HLTA standards

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

ICT skills

Relationship building

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team as a Pre-School Lead and help pupils achieve their full potential.

The role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to support pupils, teachers, and the wider school community. The role involves helping pupils achieve their full potential by providing tailored learning support, promoting inclusion, and encouraging independence. You will assist with planning and delivering engaging lessons, monitoring progress, and maintaining a positive and well-managed learning environment.

You will also contribute to the development of resources, support assessment activities, and work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals. A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and the overall ethos of the school is essential.

About you:

• Has experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Meets HLTA standards or has equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Has strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Is committed to raising achievement and supporting pupil wellbeing.

What we offer:

• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Extensive CPD, training and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling access
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Home & Tech Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• bYond cashback and financial wellbeing scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Tax-Free Childcare access
• Flexible working opportunities, including term-time contracts and job-share arrangements
• Generous holiday entitlement (where applicable)
• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
• Free parking
• Occupational Health and wellbeing support services
• Recognition of previous continuous service where applicable

Folly View Primary & Cambrian Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ communities.