Pre-School HLTA / Higher Level Teaching Assistant with HLTA status or equivalent qualification or experience, who is inspirational and innovative with good literacy and numeracy skills and experience working with children with additional learning needs is required for Avanti Gardens Primary School, part of Avanti Schools Trust, based in Bristol.
SALARY: £27,715 FTE / Approx. £22,324 Annual Salary for Term Time Hours (Grade 5) + Benefits
LOCATION: Bristol, South West England (BS16)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only)
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Pre-School HLTA / Higher Level Teaching Assistant with HLTA status or equivalent qualification or experience, who is inspirational and innovative with good literacy and numeracy skills and experience working with children with additional learning needs.
Working as the Pre-School HLTA / Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will support learning, provide engaging activities, and help create a positive start to each child’s educational journey.
As the Pre-School HLTA / Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will inspire children, support their development, and work closely with teachers and families.
DUTIES
1. Support child learning by acting as a role model, meeting personal needs while encouraging independence
2. Assisting children with special educational needs through specific programs and individual education plans (IEHCPs)
3. Ensure compliance with child protection, health, safety, and data protection policies
4. Participate in ‘out of school’ activities and professional development opportunities
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
1. HLTA status or equivalent qualification or experience
2. Excellent level of literacy and numeracy skills or qualifications to NVQ level 2 English and Maths
3. Experience of working with children with additional learning needs
4. Ability to understand the role of parents and carers, with the ability to relate and build excellent working relationships
5. Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupils' progress
6. Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people within the school
BENEFITS
* Great opportunities for professional development
* LGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
* O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
* Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
* Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)
* Cycle-to-work Scheme
Pre-employment checks
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.
Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P13281
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools Trust.
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