Teaching Assistant (Level 4) - HLTA

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School; Sunderland; Presencial; GBP 9500 - 9900; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School in Redcar is seeking an enthusiastic HLTA to deliver learning activities for individuals and groups, and to provide PPA cover across the school. The role supports inclusive education and safeguarding within a Catholic ethos.

The ideal candidate will have HLTA standards and Level 3 TA qualifications, with strong ICT and curriculum knowledge, and a commitment to high-quality pupil outcomes. The post is permanent, part-time (15 hours/week), term-time only.

Formación

• Experience with children in learning environments (essential).
• ICT skills to support learning (essential).
• Knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice, legislation (essential).
• Understanding of national/foundation stage curricula and learning strategies (essential).
• Good understanding of child development and learning processes (essential).
• Understanding of statutory teaching frameworks (essential).
• Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team (essential).
• Commitment to self-improvement and reflective practice (essential).
• Ability to relate well to children and adults (essential).
• Teamwork within classroom roles and responsibilities (essential).

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver learning activities for individuals/groups or whole classes.
• Deliver lessons across the school and provide PPA cover.
• Monitor, assess, and report pupils' progress and development.
• Support inclusive education and safeguarding.
• Participate actively in all aspects of school life.

Conocimientos

Experience with children

ICT skills

Policy knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Child development understanding

Statutory frameworks

Team leadership

Self-improvement

Interpersonal with children and adults

Teamwork in classroom

Educación

HLTA standards

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Numeracy/Literacy NVQ2 equivalence

Literacy strategies training

Curriculum/ICT specialist training

Descripción del empleo

Required: As soon as possible Salary: £27,709-£29,071 pro rata (actual salary: £9,455-£9,920) Hours: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only Contract Type: Permanent Location: St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School, Mersey Road, Redcar, TS10 1LS

St Benedict’s is a joyful, family-friendly Roman Catholic primary school in the heart of York. Rooted in the values of Kindness, Curiosity and Courage, we are dedicated to helping every child “be the best that they can be – together.” With exceptional outdoor spaces, a nurturing atmosphere, and a strong sense of community, our school is a calm and creative oasis for learning.

Catholic schools are welcoming places to pupils and members of staff from all faiths and none. More than a quarter of a million pupils and almost half of teachers in Catholic schools are not of the Catholic Faith.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented HLTA to work 22.5 hours per week who has the vision and drive to make a significant impact across the school and is committed to making a difference to the lives of children. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups of pupils and PPA cover including delivering lessons to pupils across school.

St George’s Catholic Primary School is part of Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 32 primary schools, and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trust in the UK.

The ideal candidate will:

• Plan and deliver high quality learning activities for individuals/groups or for whole classes, monitoring and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ achievement, progress and development
• Be highly motivated with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all children
• Be nurturing, reliable and committed to inclusive education.
• Share our passion for helping every child reach their full potential.
• Be actively involved in all aspects of school life.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support pupils with different needs and abilities
• Embrace the values and Catholic ethos of our school (you do not need to be Catholic to apply).

We can offer:

• Enthusiastic children who are curious, independent learners
• Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
• An experienced and talented team of staff with a supportive Governing Body and wider School / Church community
• The opportunity to be involved in the wider life of our Trust

If you would like to arrange a visit or require any further information, please contact the school office at [e-mail].

Interview date: To be confirmed

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

Skills

Experience

Experience working with children of relevant age in a learning environment essential

Can use ICT effectively to support learning essential

Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation essential

Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies essential

Good understanding of child development and learning processes essential

Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching essential

Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team essential

Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others essential

Ability to relate well to children and adults essential

Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these essential

Personal Attributes

Committed, Enthusiastic, Organised, Flexible, Patient, Resourceful, Empathetic essential

An understanding of the Catholic ethos of NPCAT essential

An understanding of safeguarding and child protection requirements essential

Qualifications

Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards essential

Level 3 qualification for Teaching Assistants and substantial experience essential

Excellent numeracy/literacy skills – equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths essential

Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy essential

Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. bi-lingual, sign language, ICT essential

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School (Redcar)

Merrol Hay

[e-mail]

Mersey Road
Redcar
North Yorkshire
TS10 1LS

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.