Higher Level Teaching Assistant / HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant / HLTAAn excellent opportunity for a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school team, supporting pupils across whole-class teaching, small-group learning and one-to-one activities in an inclusive, pupil-focused environment.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: HLTA, Teaching Assistant, Primary Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Cover Supervisor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Support Assistant, Learning MentorSALARY: £27,779 FTE / £20,458 Actual Annual Salary + BenefitsLOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire (SO30)JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (term time only)WORKING HOURS: 32.5 hours per week, 8.30am 3.30pm Monday to Friday, term time only, 38 weeksJOB OVERVIEWThe organisation is looking for an adaptable and positive Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can support learning across the school, working with whole classes, small groups and individual pupils.As the Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work collaboratively with teaching staff to support lesson planning, prepare learning resources, supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absence and help pupils become confident, independent learners.This is a varied role where you will contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment, help raise standards of achievement and support pupils welfare, progress and participation in school life.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the Higher Level Teaching Assistant will include:Learning Support: Support pupils across whole-class, small-group and one-to-one learning activitiesClass Cover: Teach whole classes within an agreed supervision system and pre-determined lesson framework during short-term teacher absenceLesson Planning: Work with teachers through the planning cycle, including preparing, evaluating and adjusting lessons and learning activitiesResource Preparation: Develop and prepare resources for learning activities in line with lesson plans and pupil needsPupil Progress: Assess pupil responses to learning tasks, monitor participation and provide constructive feedback on progress and achievementInclusion Support: Promote equal access to learning and support the inclusion of pupils, including those with specific needsBehaviour Management: Use behaviour management strategies in line with school policies to support a purposeful learning environmentPastoral Support: Provide support for pupils welfare, self-esteem, independence and pastoral needsParent and Carer Links: Build constructive relationships with parents and carers, sharing appropriate information with sensitivity and confidentialitySafeguarding: Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and school policy requirements at all timesCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSESSENTIALHLTA qualification or equivalentRelevant and recent experience of working within a school settingPositive attitude with the ability to take on new challengesFlexible and adaptable approach to working across classes, groups and individual pupil supportGood understanding of safeguardingProfessional approach with integrity and confidentialityGood team player with the ability to work independently when requiredAbility to support inclusive learning and encourage pupil confidence, progress and independenceBENEFITSFriendly and sociable colleaguesOne day per academic year a fully paid day off to support personal eventsTwo-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn termFree on-site car parkStaff membership rates to the modern on-site Leisure CentreEnrolment in one of the UKs largest public sector pension schemesA tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrificeGood transport linksThe school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.APPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14973Full-Time, Term Time, Permanent Education and Teaching Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.AWD-IN-SPJTPBN1_UKTJ