Teaching Assistant & Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Outwood; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Outwood is seeking a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our Wakefield primary academy. The role splits 16 hours as a Teaching Assistant in the morning and 12.5 hours as an HLTA in the afternoon, Monday to Friday during term time plus 2 additional days.

You will support Maths and English, contribute to planning cycles, and cover PPA duties to support class teachers. The ideal candidate will have HLTA experience, excellent curriculum knowledge, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Experience as HLTA or similar role.
• Excellent curriculum knowledge in primary setting.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with staff.
• Good communication with pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Support Maths and English teaching in morning sessions.
• Assist with planning, assessment and learning objectives.
• Cover PPA for class teachers in the afternoon.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to create engaging lessons and a positive learning environment.

Skills

HLTA experience

Curriculum knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill is seeking a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their academy.

The successful candidate will work as a Teaching Assistant during the morning periods, by supporting the teaching and learning of Maths and English, under the direction of teaching staff. Then during the afternoon you will work as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, covering PPA of class teachers. This is a rewarding role where you will work collaboratively with teaching staff to assist teachers in the whole planning cycle and management of the class.

The working pattern for this position is 16 hours Teaching Assistant and 12.5 hours Higher Level Teaching Assistant working Monday to Friday term time only plus 2 days.

The successful candidate will be a highly self-motivated individual with high expectations for all pupils. An excellent curriculum knowledge is essential. You will need to evidence experience of working as a HLTA,

Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill is a primary academy based in the cathedral city of Wakefield.

We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place children at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

OPA Park Hill joined the Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) in 2018. As a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Children First, raising standards and transforming lives.

The successful candidate will be creative, inspirational and have the ability to make learning purposeful and relevant – helping our children to raise their aspirations and believe in their own abilities to succeed and shine. Team work is very important to us so effective communication and the ability to build positive relationships with all children, their families and colleagues is essential. whilst operating in line with our safeguarding procedures.

When completing your application, please give due regard to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note that all of the essential criteria listed on the Person Specification will be used to shortlist candidates for interview. If you do not demonstrate and/or evidence that you meet all of the essential criteria elements, you will not be selected for an interview.