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 specialist sport qualifications at NVQ Level 3 or above.

• 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

• Is able to 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:  

• The support and expertise of the school’s leadership team and wider Trust School Improvement Team

• A modern, bright and spacious learning environment (recently developed and refurbished)

• The opportunity to work alongside colleagues who are wholeheartedly dedicated to the pupils and community they serve

• A commitment to support your continued professional development through a network of experienced professionals across the Waterton family of schools

• The opportunity to contribute widely to school improvement

• A health and wellbeing package