Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We are currently working in partnership with a 2 form entry Primary School who are looking to recruit a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Learning Assistant for a permanent contract across their EYFS / KS1 curriculum.

Are you a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who is looking for a new challenge?

This role will see you working alongside pupils with varying needs in a mixed ability class: supporting their general learning and providing care and guidance for their wellbeing. It will be your responsibility to develop their academic and social skills, whilst having a positive impact and promoting inclusion within the school. The school has an inclusive approach and prides itself on being a small, caring community school.

This position is a permanent contract for the summer and autumn term start - Term time only + 5 inset days.

Your New Role.

• To advance pupils' learning in a range of classroom settings, including 1:1, groups and whole class settings when the teacher is absent.
• To be familiar with school curriculum and age-related expectations of pupils, examination frameworks and teaching methods.
• To promote good behaviour and positive values.
• To establish a purposeful learning environment.
• To monitor pupils' progress and participation.
• To have high expectations of all pupils.
• To use clearly structured teaching and learning activities.
• To contribute to the planning and preparation of lessons.
• To promote and support inclusion.
• To guide the work of other adults supporting teaching and learning in the classroom.
• · To provide pastoral support / liaising sensitively with parents and carers.

What You'll Need To Succeed.

• HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of supporting learning.
• Ability to manage behaviour without supervision.
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above.
• Subject strength.
• Up-to-date DBS preferred.

What you will get in return.

By registering with Hays Education, not only will you receive all the support you need from a DfE accredited recruitment expert, you will also enjoy a range of employee benefits:

• Advice on CV writing and interview techniques.
• Access to free professional development training.
• Access to permanent vacancies through the Hays PRP team.
• Option to join our Pay Guarantee Scheme.
• Competitive rates of pay and holiday pay.
• £350 reward vouchers when you recommend
  Colleague*.

What you need to do now?

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