Job Introduction
We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who will work in partnership with teachers to deliver planned learning activities to whole classes throughout our school. This will provide cover; class support, small group work, PPA cover, leadership release time as well as for training needs.
This role is a great stepping stone for those who have the ambition to become a qualified teacher, as well as ECT’s who have not yet secured a post.
We are an inclusive and welcoming school located in the heart of Gosport, offering an exciting, vibrant and rewarding place to teach. If you thrive on making a difference to children’s lives then this is the role for you!
We are looking for someone who is...
- A motivated, nurturing individual with a great sense of humour
- Can work collaboratively with teaching staff to raise the learning and attainment of children.
- Will complement teachers’ delivery of our curriculum.
- Will promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
- Is able to cover whole classes and teach during PPA, leadership time, teach small groups or cover short-term absence of teachers.
- Is ambitious for all children to achieve and love their learning
- Uses initiative to assess children’s learning needs and then provides effective feedback to inform provision
- Give support to children, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience success
- Has GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics
- Has HLTA status or other appropriate qualification however this is not essential for the right candidate
In return, we can offer...
- A welcoming, friendly and supportive community of staff, governors and parent/carers
- A reflective school, always looking for way to improve and strengthen its practice
- A strong leadership team committed to developing you at every stage of your career
- The opportunity to play a significant role in the exciting future development of the school
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.