About the role
Come and work with us at Thorley Hill Primary School; our children are keen to learn and flourish in a nurturing environment where the belief that great effort will bring great achievement for all is embedded. You will join a happy and successful team in a school that values everyone and offers personalised professional development.
We are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, or a suitable candidate with the desire to train as an HLTA, to join our friendly and dedicated team. The successful candiate will work with individuals, pairs and groups of children to support the delivery of learning within the classroom. It is also expected that the candidate will have the skills and experience to cover for teachers on a regular basis . The ability to track the learning of groups of pupils will also be an advantage.
You will need to have:
- An understanding of how children learn;
- Evidence of a high level of numeracy and literacy skills;
- An understanding of how to support individuals and groups of children with their learning and development;
- Experience of covering classes is desirable
- Good organisational skills and the ability to keep detailed assessment notes;
- A flexible attitude and the desire to continually improve your practice;
- Good communication skills;
- Be able to use your own initiative as well as working collaboratively.
We can offer:
- High Achieving children who are keen to learn;
- An excellent learning culture throughout the school;
- Friendly, supportive and professional staff and governors;
- Excellent relationships with parents/carers and the local community;
- Professional development to suit your own learning needs.
- Support to transition to teacher training if desired.
The role is term time only for 32.5 hours a week (8.15am until 3.45pm with an hour for lunch). If you are interested, please telephone the school office for further information and/or to arrrange a visit.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to a satisfactory references and Disclosure and Barring check. Only online applications will be considered.
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