HLTA

Teaching Vacancies; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in the United Kingdom seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join its team. The role involves supporting teaching and learning across both Key Stages 1 and 2, adapting lessons, and addressing the needs of all pupils. Candidates should possess strong communication abilities, have experience in classroom management, and be committed to safeguarding young people. The school offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, along with a pension scheme and recognition for prior service.

Benefits

Generous employer pension contribution

Personalized Continuous Professional Development

Supportive working environment

Recognition of continuous service

Qualifications

• Candidates must be experienced in working as Teaching Assistant across both KS1 and KS2.
• Ability to communicate effectively and plan lessons is essential.
• Candidates should adapt lessons to meet various learners' needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in classes.
• Plan and prepare lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver support to small groups to improve student outcomes.

Skills

Proficient in English and Maths

Computer literacy

Support learners' social and emotional well-being

Lesson planning and delivery for KS1 and KS2

Adapt and modify activities for learners

Effective verbal and written communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Understanding of KS1 and KS2 curriculum

Job description

What skills and experience we’re looking for

St. Patrick’s R C Primary School are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

St. Patrick’s R C Primary School are looking for a HLTA who is experienced in working as Teaching Assistant across both KS1 AND KS2.

In your role as a HLTA you will perform additional duties to a Teaching Assistant. You will support teaching and learning in classes as well as planning and preparing lessons when the class teacher is not available. Where necessary, you will also deliver support to small groups to help improve outcomes for pupils. As this role includes working across both KS1 and KS2, you should be confident in working with all ages. You should be an excellent communicator, committed to meeting the needs of all pupils and willing to adapt. Candidates with subject specialism are encouraged to apply e.g. PE, Music etc.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Proficient in English and Maths
• Computer literacy, including confidence in incorporating computers into classroom lessons and using digital record-keeping software
• Support learners in social and emotional well-being, reporting to the class teacher or pastoral lead where necessary
• Confident to plan and deliver lessons to a KS1 or KS2 class
• Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities to classes, small groups or 1:1
• Adapt and modify activities to meet the needs of all learners
• Identify barriers to learning and devise strategies to support learners
• Verbal and written communication for effective classroom instruction and understanding students’ needs
• Excellent Interpersonal skillsfor working with students, Teachers and parents and carers
• Understanding of the expectations of the KS1and KS2 curriculum

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and overseas police checks (where applicable). Please see STOC’S Safeguarding and Recruitment Policies for further details. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.