Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Horizon Primary Academy, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7BT7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
17 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
9 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: (Part-Time 18 Hours) 3 Days or 5 Mornings Per Week Across All Year Groups - Term Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £26,515
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), with additional knowledge or expertise in a specialist area.
Desirable
Evidence of working towards or achieving professional standards for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA).
Essential
Experience
Proven experience of successfully working with children within a learning environment, ideally in a similar educational setting.
Essential
Experience supporting pupils with diverse learning needs, including those with SEND or behavioural challenges, is desirable.
Essential
Skills and Abilities
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals, groups, and whole classes of pupils.
Essential
Ability to assess the impact of communication on pupils' understanding and adapt approaches accordingly to meet their diverse needs.
Essential
Proven ability to support teaching and learning through clear, concise instruction and guidance, maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Essential
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to collaborative planning and supporting teachers and other school staff.
Essential
High level of organisation, including the ability to plan, deliver, and assess small group interventions effectively.
Essential
Knowledge
Sound knowledge and practical experience of implementing the National Curriculum and other relevant learning programmes across the age ranges you will be teaching.
Essential
A good understanding of child development and the ability to apply appropriate behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment.
Essential
Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures, including the latest "Keeping Children Safe in Education" (2024 onwards), and a commitment to creating a safe learning environment for all pupils.
Essential
Familiarity with special educational needs (SEND) and how to support the learning of children with additional needs.
Essential
Personal Attributes
A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and the specific needs of pupils.
Essential
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to form positive working relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Essential
High levels of initiative and enthusiasm for supporting children’s learning and development.
Essential
A commitment to professional development and staying current with educational practices, policies, and strategies.
Essential
What the school offers its staff
- A welcoming, family-friendly school with a supportive team that goes above and beyond for children every day.
- Opportunities to make a real difference to children’s lives and contribute to shaping their futures.
- Excellent CPD opportunities to help you grow and develop in your career.
- A friendly, inclusive, and collaborative school environment, where staff wellbeing is prioritised.
- Flexible working opportunities and a commitment to work-life balance to ensure you thrive both professionally and personally.
- Support from experienced mentors and our dedicated senior leadership team.
- The chance to work for a school that is part of a large academy trust, with opportunities for trust wide progression and development.
Flexible working opportunities
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Further details about the role
What We’re Looking For:
- A passionate and dedicated HLTA who is committed to inclusion and ensuring that every child achieves their potential.
- Someone who is excited to be part of a dynamic team, with a strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
- A role model who brings kindness, patience, and a genuine desire to help children succeed.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a school that is dedicated to providing an education where every child can shine.
- Contribute to a culture where ambition is supported and dreams are achieved.
- Make a lasting impact on children’s futures, while developing your own professional skills.
- Work alongside an enthusiastic, caring team who all share the goal of ensuring the best for our children and community.
Commitment to safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.
Applying for the job
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About Horizon Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 203 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Horizon Primary Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- tracey.kitchen@horizon-tkat.org
- Phone number
- 01322 610064
Horizon is a school that is committed to high standards and raising achievement. We are a creative and aspirational team with a consistent drive for innovation and school improvement.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks.
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post in accordance with the Immigration Act 2016
The school is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
For further information about the school please visit the school website: www.horizon-tkat.org
Arranging a visit to Horizon Primary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracey.kitchen@horizon-tkat.org.
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