Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA, Reading and Vocab)
Location: South Shields
Start Date: December 2024
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

An Ofsted rated GOOD Primary School in South Shields is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from November 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed individual to make a significant impact on students' learning and development within a supportive and dynamic educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Lead small group interventions and support individual students to enhance their learning.
• Cover classes and deliver pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the teacher.
• Support the development of students' literacy and numeracy skills.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to assess students' progress and provide feedback.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of educational programs and activities.
• Assist in the preparation of classroom materials and resources.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Requirements:

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working in a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the national curriculum and educational frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Passion for supporting students' learning and development.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one prior to commencing the role).

Desirable:

• Experience in delivering small group interventions and one-to-one support.
• Knowledge of special educational needs (SEN) and strategies to support students with additional needs.
• First Aid training or willingness to undertake training.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, contact details and a covering letter indicating why you should be considered along with your availability to interview.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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