Duties and responsibilities

General Responsibilities 

• Demonstrate a highly professional approach to everyday work
• Work independently, demonstrating initiative and pro-activity
• Work effectively as part of a team  Develop and maintain efficient record keeping systems
• Maintain positive behaviour and inclusion in accordance with school policies, and demonstrate good practice with regard to attendance, punctuality, behaviour and respect
• Use behaviour management strategies, in line with the school’s policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment
• Lead and assist with maintaining good behaviour of pupils throughout the school at all times
• Motivate all pupils to work to the best of their ability to meet the curriculum standards and their educational achievement
• Promote the development of pupils’ self-reliance, self-esteem and emotional resilience
• Promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved
• Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning
• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, ensuring the care, health and welfare of children at all times
• Show sensitivity and objectivity in dealing with parents, members of the school community and visitors

HLTA – PE & Sport Lead responsibilities

• Actively promote positive physical and mental health
• Working with the school’s PE Lead to plan and then deliver PE sessions for all pupils
• Ensure a clear and meaningful sequence of learning, in line with the School’s wider curriculum
• Organise and deliver age-appropriate activities during lunchtime and after school clubs
• Organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources for which you are given responsibility
• Work closely with and consult with the school’s PE Lead, ensuring continuity and progression for all pupils
• Monitor pupils’ participation and progress, providing feedback to the PE Lead and class teachers, and giving constructive support to pupils as they learn; contribute to maintaining and analysing records of pupils’ progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, and carry out the role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice
• Under the direction of the School Business Manager, carry out relevant Health and Safety checks
• Engage in the wider school PE offer, taking the lead where appropriate, for example for Sports Days/events, external sporting events and visits 

Other Duties

• Be aware of and comply with school polices relating to Safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection
• Deal with minor problems and first aid
• Report persistent or serious issues to SLT/Class Teacher and notify the appropriate staff of injuries or problems requiring parental follow-up  
•  Work with the Sports Lead and other HLTA to identify any training and development needs, and actively seek out CPD opportunities as required by the school