Job description
Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Chelmsford
Start Date: Summer 2024
Our Primary School is seeking an outstanding and inspirational individual to join our team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growing, ambitious, and supportive staff team.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 5 days a week, term time only
About Us:
At our Primary School, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Our vibrant learning community is characterized by inquisitive children, dedicated staff, and a supportive governing body.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be an experienced, flexible, and outstanding practitioner dedicated to improving children's progress and outcomes. Key responsibilities include:
- Covering whole classes and supporting children with various learning needs, both individually and in groups.
- Implementing a range of strategies for behavior management.
- Collaborating effectively with the teaching team and support worker teams to ensure high-quality planning and preparation.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
- Hold GCSE English & Maths at Grade C or above.
- Demonstrate evidence and experience of teaching whole classes and/or relevant HLTA qualifications (teaching qualifications may be paid on the main scale).
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well to children, parents, and other adults.
- Be committed to supporting the school's vision, mission, and values.
- Have personal drive and determination to deliver the best standards for learners.
Benefits:
In return, we offer:
- A friendly and welcoming environment.
- Weekly professional development opportunities.
- A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic children.
- Supportive governing body and parent community.
- Inclusive ethos regarding wellbeing.
- Well-resourced school environment.
- Free tea and coffee.
- Regular team events.
- First aid training.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Application Details: If you're ready to contribute your skills and passion to our mission, we invite you to apply! Please apply or send your CV to jessie.dowden@gsleducation.com