HLTA

Hook Junior School; South Chailey; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hook Junior School is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team across Years 3-6. You will support high-quality teaching and learning by working with individuals, small groups and whole classes, and you will cover PPA when required.

We value enthusiastic, flexible practitioners who uphold high expectations and are committed to helping children reach their full potential, with a strong focus on safeguarding and positive behaviour management.

Qualifications

• Recent and successful experience of teaching and supporting learning across Key Stage 2.
• Proven HLTA experience and ability to provide whole-class cover across KS2.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities and assess pupils' progress.

Responsibilities

• Cover for teachers and provide PPA time as required.
• Support high-quality teaching and learning across Years 3–6 with individuals, small groups and whole classes.

Skills

KS2 experience

Behaviour management

Planning & assessment

Education

HLTA qualification

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant(HLTA)

We are looking to appoint an experienced,confident, flexible and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)to join our dedicated school team.

The successful applicant will work across Years3-6, supporting high-quality teaching and learning through working withindividuals, small groups and whole classes. The role will include undertakingplanned teaching activities and providing class cover in the absence oft eachers and covering PPA.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible andcommitted practitioner who has high expectations of all pupils and ispassionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate willhave:

• Recent and successfulexperience of teaching and supporting learning across Key Stage 2.
• An HLTA qualificationor higher.
• Proven experience ofworking successfully as an HLTA.
• GCSE English andMathematics at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• A genuine passion forworking with children and for teaching and learning.
• Confidence andcompetence in providing whole-class cover across KS2.
• Excellent positivebehaviour management skills and high expectations of pupil behaviour.
• The ability to plan,deliver and evaluate learning activities, assess pupils' progress andadapt teaching appropriately.
• A clear understandingof assessment for learning and the ability to provide effective feedbackthat responds to pupils' needs.
• The ability to workindependently, use initiative and respond flexibly to th e demands of the role.
• The ability to form andsustain positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents andother stakeholders.
• High levels ofself-awareness, emotional intelligence and the ability to work effectivelyas part of a team.
• A sound understandingof confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.

About Hook Junior School

Hook Junior School is a 4-form entry junior schoolwith a team of experienced and recently qualified teachers, alongside afriendly, dedicated and highly capable support staff team.

We were rated 'Outstanding' following our second consecutive inspection in June 2023. This reflects the highstandards we strive for and the positive impact we aim to make on the lives ofour children.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed HLTA whois passionate about making a difference to children's learning and wellbeing,we would be delighted to hear from you.

Safer Recruitment

We arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people and expect all staff and volunteerstosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all ourrecruitment and selection practices reflect thiscommitment.Allsuccessful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checksalong with other relevant employment checks.