Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

About this Role

Location

Busker Lane, Scissett, Huddersfield until we move to our brand New School in Deighton.

WHO WE ARE

At Joseph Norton Academy (part of the Wellspring Academy Trust), we do school a bit differently. We support wonderful children and young people with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

No two days are ever the same here. Our pupils have ever changing needs due to their diverse backgrounds, which means we adapt, support, and grow together every single day. Above all, the most important things you can bring to this role are patience, empathy, a willingness to learn, and a genuine drive to help our pupils succeed.

We are growing and looking for positive, resilient people to join our supportive team.

Our culture is built on the core values of Respect, Perseverance, Cooperation, and Responsibility, which are reflected in our Ways of Working.

THE ROLE

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA you will be supporting outstanding progress in learning. You will make connections, develop relationships and lead our pupils on the path to a bright future. This will include working under the guidance of a teacher/ phase lead to support the academic and personal development of children throughout the school day. This includes but is not limited to:

Supporting and leading a class

Ability to form relationships and communicate effectively

Manage student behaviour in the classroom and handle disruptive behaviour, always promoting a positive learning environment

Completing pupil records with regular feedback to senior colleagues

Flexible to cover other classes and act up where necessary

Using your experience to lead enrichment groups

Be involved and active with all activities we as a school may promote

Direct junior staff