In choosing a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), we will be looking for someone who:

• ·         Is committed to inclusion and excellence
• ·         Can facilitate PPA cover by covering classes across the full age range in school
• ·         Has the highest expectations of themselves and others
• ·         Has a willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and training for development within the post
• ·         Demonstrates good language and numeracy skills
• ·         Is able to assist the class teacher and other professionals as appropriate in the development and implementation of suitable educational activities
• ·         Is able to plan, prepare and deliver lessons in conjunction with the class teacher
• ·         Can monitor and assess children’s progress through marking and providing clear feedback to the class teacher
• ·         Is an excellent communicator and able to work well in a team
• ·         Is a supportive and welcoming presence in the classroom and develop positive working relationships with parents
• ·         Understands how children learn and use their initiative to meet individual’s needs
• ·         Is patient, nurturing, able to stay calm, listen, and value children’s views

In return we can offer:

• ·         Pupils who are eager to learn and a pleasure to teach
• ·         An ambitious, supportive and forward thinking leadership team
• ·         Friendly and professional colleagues who believe there are no limits to what our pupils can achieve
• ·         A strong growth mind-set culture
• ·         An absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of pupils and staff
• ·         A commitment to your continuing professional development and an exciting opportunity to work within a Multi Academy Trust
• ·         A warm inclusive atmosphere which promotes co-operation
• ·         A health and wellbeing package
• ·         A cycle to work scheme

• ·         An excellent pension package