Higher Learning Teaching Assistant/Teaching Assistant
This is a permanent position 15 hours HLTA and 15 Hours Teaching Assistant. We are looking for a friendly, hardworking and enthusiastic practitioner who is confident in delivering a broad and balanced curriculum and will be able to fit into our committed team.
As a HLTA, we are looking for someone who will deliver a range of curriculum subjects, confidently, to groups of children including whole classes. Alongside this, they must be flexible in their approach to supporting class teachers with duties across the whole school.
As a TA, we are looking for someone who is willing to work across different year groups supporting children with a range of needs. ‘Welton Primary School is a happy and welcoming school. The headteacher has established a shared whole-school ethos of care, inclusivity and respect that permeates all the school does.
Staff are proud towork at the school and are grateful for the many training and development opportunities that are open to them. Staff morale is high.’ Ofsted June 2019* This vacancy may close early on receipt of an application from an exceptional candidate* We look forward to hearing from you if you can contribute to our dynamic and forward thinking team.
Welton Primary School has commitment to staff development and training, putting children at the heart of everything it does.Job requirements:● To work alongside the class teacher to deliver high quality teaching and learning● Be involved in supporting the assessment of children and the evidence of learning.● Work alongside the classroom teachers to inspire children through their learning environments.● Work alongside all staff to ensure Welton’s values are at the forefront of teaching and learning.● Maintain a safe and secure space for children to thrive.● Accompany groups on trips and sporting events.
What we offer:● A fantastic opportunity to work within an incredibly supportive and passionate team within a friendly environment.● Good opportunities for career development.● To be part of a pension scheme● To be able to work within a multi-academy trust to support teaching and learning of our students.● Access to employee assistance programme.
The right candidate will have:● Attainment of the Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or qualified teaching status● GCSE English and Maths at grade C/grade 4 or above.● To be able to use their own initiative to improve classroom practice.● Experience of working within a classroom environment.● Good communication skills, being able to build and maintain relationships with staff and pupils.● The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.● A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school whilst maintaining the school's values within these.DesirableHave relevant training around a variety of nurture provisions.This vacancy is for 30 hours per week working across the week and within different year groups.
This will be 15 hours as a HLTA and 15 hours as a TA. This will initially be until August 2025, with a view to being made permanent. If a candidate is successful, they will be invited to attend an interview. Date TBC.
Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.
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Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service Certificate with a check against the Barred List is required for this post prior to commencement.Please ensure there are no gaps in chronology when completing the application form.