Teaching Assistant/HLTA

Churchfields, the Village School; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Churchfields, the Village School in Atworth is hiring for a split role that combines HLTA leadership with classroom TA support. The post is permanent, part-time (18 hours per week) and term time only plus one Trust Development Day.

The successful candidate will lead learning one day weekly and assist pupils across two days, while also supporting lunchtime meals. Working with our teaching staff and SENDCo, you will implement planned activities to help pupils progress and foster positive

Qualifications

• We are looking for exceptional individuals who can make a difference in young people's educational journey.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in diverse classroom environments.
• Commitment to continual learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning for one day per week as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).
• Provide vital classroom support for two days as a Teaching Assistant (TA).
• Support the Midday Meals Team at lunchtimes.
• Collaborate with Class Teachers and SENDCo to bring planned activities to life and engage parents.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Commitment to learning

Job description

This is a permanent contract, working 18 hours per week, three days a week. (10.5 hours as a Teaching Assistant, 6 hours as a HLTA and 1.5 hours as a MDSA per week). The post is term time only plus one Trust Development Day. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team at our Atworth base. We are seeking an experienced professional to work a split role across the week. You will lead learning for one day per week as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and provide vital classroom support for two days as a Teaching Assistant. Alongside this, the successful candidate will support the Midday Meals Team over lunchtime. We take pride in our diverse, inclusive workforce where every single staff member plays a vital role. Working together with our Class Teachers and SENDCo, you will bring planned learning activities and programmes to life for our pupils, inspiring them to break barriers and communicating with parents to establish positive home/school relationships.

We are looking for exceptional individuals that can demonstrate:

• A dedication to making a difference to young people's lives and educational journey.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students and colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in diverse classroom environments.
• A commitment to continual learning and growth.
• The vision and values of Churchfields The Village School and the Palladian Academy Trust.
• Experience in an educational or similar setting is an advantage but not essential. Palladian Academy Trust are keen to hear from candidates keen for a rewarding and purposeful career change who feel strongly about achieving equitable outcomes for all., If you are passionate about education and our core purpose of working to support pupils to be their best selves, then Palladian Academy Trust are keen to hear from you.The Palladian Academy Trust is a community of schools, each with its own ethos, that enjoy a mutually enriching partnership. Our Trust includes both church and community academies working closely together, all connected by a shared vision for our pupils: 'excellent and equitable opportunities so everyone can flourish.'

Churchfields, the Village School is a thriving two site rural Church of England primary school, based at Atworth and Monkton Farleigh villages. Both sites teach in mixed-age classes with an all through primary age range at both bases. Both sites are easily accessible from Bristol and Bath.