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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Swallowdale Primary School and Community Centre, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0BJ

This job expired on 18 December 2023 – see similar jobs

Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
18 December 2023 at 9am
Date listed
7 December 2023

Job details

Job role: HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Actual salary: £18,401 to £20,037 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Swallowdale Primary School as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant on a permanent basis.

We are looking to appoint a well-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to delivering high quality provision to our pupils under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher. This role will also include covering classes for PPA, Senior Leadership release time and on occasion unplanned absences. The post holder will be required to work across the school, be flexible, and understand that the needs of the primary school can change quickly. Time for planning and preparation will be given too where required.

This role is perfect for someone who is already experienced as a HLTA or an ECT looking to widen their experience within the classroom. Applicants must have HLTA/ QTS status and have Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English.

This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to gain experience of teaching whole classes whilst working with experienced and established staff within the school.

The ideal candidate will have:

HLTA status (or QTS)
Experience of supporting, planning, evaluation and delivery of learning activities in an educational setting
The ability to take direction from the Class Teacher to ensure all tasks and learning is undertaken
The ability to manage pupil behaviour within and outside of the classroom
A good understanding of teaching and learning

What the school offers its staff

In return we offer:

Opportunity to work within a supportive team
Opportunities for career development with access to apprenticeship and training schemes
Generous annual leave entitlements
Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (24% contribution by the employer)
Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)
Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
Opportunity for an annual flu vaccination

Further details about the role

Applications

If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Head Teacher, Sam Harries, prior to applying:

Email: office@swallowdale.bepschools.org

To apply for one of the positions:

1. Visit our careers website: www.eteach.com/careers/bepschools and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

Application Closing Date: 9am, Monday 18th December 2023

Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 20th December 2023

We look forward to receiving your application!

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.

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