Higher Level Teaching Assistant(HTLA)
Kings Sutton Primary Academy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX17 3RT8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 September 2024
Closing date
8 July 2024 at 9am
Date listed
28 June 2024
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week - term time only (Monday - Friday 8.30am 3.30pm (1 hour for lunch)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £26421 - Actual Salary £19485 as term time only
What skills and experience we're looking for
We wish to appoint an outstanding Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start from 4 September 2024. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, highly motivated and demonstrate a passion for teaching and learning. We would welcome applications from candidates with experience of a range of SEN/complex needs and an ability to promote our inclusive ethos and positive behaviour through everything that they do.
Job Description
Main purpose
The HTLA will:
Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching and learning
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher
Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable
Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning
Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher
To cover and lead class teaching (under supervision) as and when appropriate
Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning
Planning
Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available
Prepare the classroom for lessons
Use their area(s) of expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities, and to plan their role in learning activities
Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning
Plan how they will support the inclusion of pupils in the learning activities
Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals
Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher
Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision
Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers
With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with
Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers
Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Health and safety
Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and our school’s child protection policy
Look after children who are upset or have had accidents
Professional development
Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness
Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school
Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
Other areas of responsibility
Safeguarding
Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
The HTLA/Senco Assistant will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.
Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the HLTA will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.
Person Specification, criteria & qualities
Qualifications and training
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and maths
First-aid training, or willingness to complete it
Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, or other relevant qualification in nursery work or childcare (or willingness to work towards a qualification if not already held)
Experience
Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting
Experience working with children / young people
Experience planning and delivering learning activities
Experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (under supervision)
Skills and knowledge
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Excellent verbal communication skills
Active listening skills
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context
Understanding of effective teaching methods
Knowledge of how to successfully lead learning activities for a group or class of children
Knowledge of how statutory and non-statutory frameworks for the school curriculum relate to the age and ability ranges of the learners they support
Knowledge of how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the SEND code of practice
What the school offers its staff
Small friendly village school
Commitment to safeguarding
King's Sutton Primary Academy/Prime7 MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate would need to undergo a DBS check and be committed to the safeguarding of children.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to lisa.macdonald@mcpa.prime7.org.uk
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Kings Sutton Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 130 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Kings Sutton Primary Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- head@kspa.prime7.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01295 811289
Our school is situated on Richmond Street in the heart of King's Sutton, a village of approximately 2,200 people which nestles in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, five miles south of Banbury. We are housed in a late Victorian building consisting of six curriculum classes. We are a busy but friendly school, with lots going on. Please feel free to contact us with any queries you may have or to arrange a visit.
Arranging a visit to Kings Sutton Primary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@kspa.prime7.org.uk.
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