Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Working across the Primary phase within an agreed system of supervision, you will provide teacher release and work with the whole class, small groups and individuals to deliver learning activities and support the teaching.

You will hold an appropriate HLTA qualification or equivalent, have experience of this role working with children across a primary school setting and demonstrate the confidence to work with a class in the absence of the teacher.

If you are looking for a great career opportunity with the ability to demonstrate your expertise, skills and commitment to delivering the best learning provision for children, this is the place for you

What the school offers its staff

• Play a significant part in the continuing development of our school supporting both personal and professional development.
• Lead and manage creative learning experiences for all.
• Enhance the education of our happy, hardworking and well behaved pupils who are keen to learn and achieve.
• Work within a strong team in a stimulating & spacious environment; a well-resourced setting, both inside and outside.
• Make a difference and influence the learning of many;
• A supportive and friendly team of fellow staff and Governors;

Further details about the role

Further details can be found on the school website or requested by email. Visits to the school prior to application are strongly encouraged and welcomed by appointment.

Closing Date

09.00hrs Monday 15th June

Interviews

shortly after application

Thatcham Park School supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.