Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Willow Tree Primary School, Salford, Lancashire, M6 5TJThis job expired on 14 June 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
14 June 2024 at 9am
Date listed
25 May 2024
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 36 hours a week Monday to Friday plus 5 inset days
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade 3B point 25- 28
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will:
Have completed the HLTA course
Have the ability to confidently supervise classroom and deliver activities during the short term absence of a teacher.
Have proven experience of working in an Early Years setting and or Key Stage 1 setting
Under the direction of the teachers develop positive relationships with children and interact with them according to individual needs
Have the ability to plan effective actions for pupils at risk of underachieving
Encourage children to work with others and engage in in learning activities led by all practitioners
Help create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment in our Early Years and Key Stage 1
Deliver teaching and learning as part of the Early Years or Key Stage 1 provision
Have experience working with pupils with additional needs
Have excellent numeracy/literacy skills - equivalent to level 2 in English and Maths
Have full knowledge of the relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
Have working knowledge of the national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes
Have a full understanding of the range of support services/providers
Have an understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes and in particular barriers to learning
Be approachable, enthusiastic, hardworking and a good communicator with a sense of humour
Have the ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these,
Have the ability to relate well to children and adults
Will commit to building relationships with parents, carers and the wider community.
Have the ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer you:
A friendly skilled team
An inclusive ethos
Opportunities for high quality CPD
Further information about the job
If you require more information about the school please contact Mrs Elaine Patton at
elaine.patton@salford.gov.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
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About Willow Tree Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 475 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Willow Tree Primary School website
- Email address
- elaine.patton@salford.gov.uk
- Phone number
- 01619212850
Willow Tree Community Primary School is a place where every child can dream big, believe in themselves, achieve greatness, inspire others and create their own future.
Willow Tree is a two form entry primary school with an accompanying nursery in the heart of a vibrant and diverse community. Willow Tree has an excellent reputation in the community for high educational standards and a nurturing approach. We have a wonderful modern building which is safe, welcoming, and reflective of the children and our community. We are an inclusive school where we encourage children to play, develop their abilities and where behaviour and attitudes are outstanding (Ofsted, 2025). Our curriculum offer is strong and enhanced by a range of trips and visits providing children with a wide range of experiences. Willow Tree is a collaborative environment with a resilient staff team, a strong pastoral approach, a supportive and knowledgeable governing board, and a professional finance team.
The school is situated in the Langworthy ward in central Salford. We are well placed for the developments currently happening on Salford Quays and are fortunate to have strong partnerships with the BBC, The Lowry and The Imperial War Museum.
Arranging a visit to Willow Tree Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email elaine.patton@salford.gov.uk.
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