High Level Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about working with young pupils, or simply looking for a new and exciting challenge, if so then Keir Hardie Primary could be the school for you.

We are looking to appoint a dedicated HLTA to join our team and continue inspiring our pupils to be lifelong learners. We aim to Inspire Excellence through instilling in our pupils the MAGIC learning habits; Motivation, positive Attitude, Gumption, Independence and Communication.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Full time, 36 hours per week, term-time only

Scale 6 (qualified): £22,210.88

The role will be varied and include whole class teaching, leading interventions and classroom support.

The successful applicant will:

have achieved the HLTA status
support across the primary range
have experience of carrying out high quality interventions
have good English and Maths skills grade A-C GCSE or equivalent
be confident to adapt learning to meet the needs of the pupils both academically and   emotionally
be able to be a self reflective practitioner
have a natural calm rapport with pupils
be able to respond to pupils needs intuitively and sensitively
be enthusiastic, self-motivated, creative and able to use their initiative
be committed to working as part of a team and have good interpersonal skills
have an understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding processes
be organised, efficient and professional in their approach
be caring, understanding and patient
have evidence of having a positive impact on pupil's learning. 

In return we will offer you:

a safe, stimulating, challenging and caring environment where everyone is valued and their unique set of skills and talents developed
a rich and diverse community
polite, well-behaved pupils with a positive attitude to learning
good quality working partnerships with colleagues across the school and more closely with other members of the pastoral/inclusion team and
strong local links with other schools.
excellent CPD opportunities

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.  This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, suitable references and other essential checks, including the completion of a disqualification declaration questionnaire.  We do not accept CVs.  If you would like to apply for the position, please fill in an application form and send this to the school.

Closing date: 5th July 2018

Interviews week beginning: 9th July 2018