HLTA

Whitelands Park Primary School, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3FH

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  28 August 2025

• Closing date

  9 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 April 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: G15 - 25

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Is able to teach across the school from EYFS through to Year 6.
• Has the required Level 4 HLTA qualification or is willing to work towards this whilst in post.
• Is committed to providing the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
• Has a good understanding of all areas of the primary curriculum.
• Can work with flexibility and react well to last-minute changes.
• Has good communication skills and can use these to work alongside class teachers and to manage teaching assistants within the classroom.
• Understands the importance of clear communication with parents.
• Knows that children’s progress should not be capped because of their background.
• Knows that a good education opens doors for better opportunities in the future.
• Is reflective in their practice and dedicated to continually developing.
• Has high expectations of standards of achievement and behaviour.
• Understands the importance of every child contributing to learning within the classroom and the wider school.

What the school offers its staff

• A new, dynamic and enthusiastic Senior Leadership Team who are continuously striving to achieve the best for our pupils.
• Staff who prioritise the teaching of Early Reading and understand the value of this.
• Personalised weekly training and development opportunities.
• Phase Leaders who lead English and Maths for their teams (EYFS, KS1, Y3/4, Y5/6).
• Regular access to Phase Leaders who provide support with curriculum, behaviour, parents etc.
• A warm and friendly team who work together to support each other.
• A supportive Academy Trust (Equinox Learning Trust), with a Central Team committed to providing the best working environment.

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.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to evalentineselsey@whitelandsparkprimary.co.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

About Whitelands Park Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 390 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Whitelands Park Primary School website
• Email address: evalentineselsey@whitelandsparkprimary.co.uk
• Phone number: 01635 862517
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whitelands-park-primary-school

Primary Class Teacher - KS1/KS2

We are looking for a dedicated and inspirational teacher to further strengthen our current teaching team in September 2021. The post is suitable for experienced or NQT teachers.

The position available is a class teacher who possesses the drive and ambition to improve outcomes for children. The successful candidate will need to have:

* A commitment to helping all pupils achieve their very best, regardless of their starting
point.
* High expectations of behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
* A passion for teaching and learning

In return, we can offer you:

* High quality CPD including a tailored programme for NQTs across the Trust
* The chance to be part of a great team.

Arranging a visit to Whitelands Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email evalentineselsey@whitelandsparkprimary.co.uk.

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