Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Part Time, Temporary)

Gleadless Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S12 2EJ

14 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
9 August 2024 at 8am
Date listed
24 July 2024

Job details

Job role: HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time: 2 days per week (15 hours) 8am - 4pm
Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
Full-time equivalent salary: £27,803 - £30,296 full time equivalent
Pay scale: Grade 5

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

Plans and teaches high quality lessons across the curriculum, providing cover across the school
Has an ability to inspire and enthuse all children so learning is a rich and enjoyable experience
Is committed to making the most of opportunities to develop as an engaged professional
Is a skilled and committed team player who can work closely with colleagues to support excellent outcomes for children
Is excellent at building positive and caring relationships with children
Is able to respond positively to the needs of all learners, including those with SEND

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

A very friendly and mutually supportive place to learn and work
The chance to have a real impact, making a positive difference to our children’s lives and outcomes
A professional and committed staff and governor team
A supportive community who want the best for their children
Enthusiastic learners who deserve only the best
Regular, high quality professional development opportunities

Further details about the role

The Governors of Gleadless Primary School are seeking an excellent and committed HLTA on a temporary basis from 1st September 2024 - 31st August 2025. This is a part-time position within our hardworking and supportive school. The position will involve covering classes across the school for two days per week.

Gleadless Primary School is a two-form entry school with approximately 400 pupils on roll, situated to the south east of the city. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive staff team. Our children love to learn and enjoy school and we build strong relationships with our families and community. On 1st February 2024, Gleadless became a part of Sheffield South East Trust (SSET). SSET unites six other local schools (Manor Lodge Primary, Wybourn Primary, Norfolk Primary, Phillimore Primary, Woodhouse West Primary and Acres Hill Primary). These schools work closely together for the benefit of the children and communities they serve. There are many opportunities for support, training and networking between the schools. The Trust aims for schools to grow and flourish, by being individual and closely aligned with their community, whilst having strong capacity with other similar local schools. More information about our school can be found on our school website: http://www.gleadless.sheffield.sch.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Closing date for applications: Friday 9th August at 8am. The job description for the position and the application form can be found here. Completed application forms should be returned to the School Manager (Lewis Frost) via recruitment@gleadless.sheffield.sch.uk. If you would like to discuss the role further in the meantime, please send an email to recruitment@gleadless.sheffield.sch.uk and the Headteacher will make contact with you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.