Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

YSGOL YR ESGOB CHURCH IN WALES VOLUNTARY AIDED SCHOOL, CAERWYS

Higher

Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)Position Title

Learning Support Level 4

Profile

1.4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary

Grade 4 HLTA Scale £31,015 to £33,673 full time (part time pro rata)

Hours

26.25 hours term time only but to include training days

Contract

Part Time Permanent

Start Date

As soon as possible

About the RoleYsgol Yr Esgob Church in Wales School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting children's learning, wellbeing and personal development. Working alongside teachers and school leaders, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences, leading interventions and supporting pupils to achieve their full potential within a nurturing Christian environment.

As a Church in Wales school, we are committed to ensuring every child is valued, respected and encouraged to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. We are looking for someone who shares these values and can contribute positively to the life and ethos of our school.

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Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupporting Pupils• Assess pupils' needs and provide targeted learning support using specialist knowledge and skills.• Build positive and supportive relationships with pupils, promoting high expectations and positive attitudes to learning.• Encourage independence, resilience and confidence.• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils have access to learning opportunities.• Provide constructive feedback to support pupil progress and achievement.• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and personal development in line with the school's Christian values.

Supporting Teaching and Learning• Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities under an agreed system of supervision.• Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities to cover teacher PPA.• Lead whole-class, group and individual learning sessions when required.• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress.• Contribute to assessment and reporting processes.• Prepare lesson resources and support high-quality classroom practice.• Support positive behaviour and promote self-discipline and independence.• Work collaboratively with parents and carers to support pupil achievement.

Supporting the Curriculum• Deliver targeted interventions and curriculum programmes.• Deliver lessons to cover teacher planning time.• Support the development of literacy, numeracy and digital skills.• Use ICT effectively to enhance teaching and learning.• Prepare and adapt resources to meet the needs of all learners.• Support pupils in developing their Welsh language skills and appreciation of Welsh culture where appropriate.

Supporting the School Community• Contribute to the Christian ethos, values and vision of Ysgol Yr Esgob.• Support safeguarding, wellbeing, equality and inclusion.• Work collaboratively with staff, families, governors and external agencies.• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and wider school events.• Share expertise and contribute to whole-school improvement.

Leadership Responsibilities (Where Applicable)• Lead a specialist area of provision within the school.• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings.________________________________________

Person SpecificationEssential• HLTA status or equivalent experience.• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a primary school setting.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Experience of planning and delivering learning activities.• Ability to assess, monitor and record pupil progress.• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.• Commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of the school.

Desirable• Experience of supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).• Experience of leading interventions.• Welsh language skills.• Experience of mentoring or supervising support staff.• Relevant First Aid qualification.