We are seeking to appoint a committed and talented Pastoral Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work at our unique and inspirational school where our children, parents and staff are at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated HLTA who has experience of working with children across the primary age range. As a Pastoral HLTA, you will be supporting children with a range of barriers to achieve their full potential through assisting the teacher within the classroom and also teaching lessons when covering teachers.
To be successful, you will:
* Be prepared to complete or have an HLTA qualification
* Have experience of young people in an educational setting
* Have experience of SEMH/behavioural challenges
* Be able to confidently communicate with parents, carers and other agencies attached to the young people
* Have a deeply held conviction that every child can achieve and reach their potential
* Be able to be adaptable and confident working in a dynamic, changing environment
* Be a strong team player
The role is for 37 hours a week, term time only; therefore, this is reflected in the pro-rata salary.
About us
Our academy is larger than the average primary academy. We opened in 2013 and boast a fantastic new building and a vibrant atmosphere. We are a part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT), where all academies work collaboratively to share best practice and are supported by the expertise within the Central Team to enable them to focus on teaching and learning.
We can offer you:
* An inclusive school with a good reputation for developing well-rounded, caring children who feel safe and valued, whatever their skills and abilities
* A caring and motivated team of staff who help and support each other
* Happy, confident children who enjoy being at school
* A vibrant, warm, friendly working environment
* A commitment to professional development through the Greenwood Academies Learning Alliance
In return
Being part of the GAT, you can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi-Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed, no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce, whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.
We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
* Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
* Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
* Saving money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
* A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured
For further information, please click here .
Closing date: 29 November 2024.
If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks; therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.