HLTA

Job Description

A chance to join the St John's team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant has become available at the school for 22.5 hours a week working across all year groups. The candidate must be confident in leading whole class teaching working from teachers' plans or at times their own.

St John's is an inclusive school with a focus on our Christian and learning values.

The School offers a supportive leadership and wider school team with targeted training to allow the candidate to be confident in the role but experience is preferred

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, working with class teachers, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

· Supporting teaching and learning across a range of subjects and year groups.

· Assisting with the planning and preparation of lessons and resources.

· Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.

· Providing support for pupils' emotional well-being and personal development.

Essential Criteria:

· HLTA qualification/experience or equivalent

· Experience of working as a TA/LSA in a primary school setting.

· Strong knowledge of primary school curriculum and effective teaching strategies.

· Ability to support pupils with diverse learning needs, including SEND.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Good understanding of child development and behaviour management strategies.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Understanding of safeguarding practices in schools.

· A positive, professional, and proactive attitude towards supporting pupils' learning.

The closing date for applications is midday Thursday 5th June. Interviews will take place on Friday 13th June 2025.

If you feel this is an opportunity that you would like to explore please apply on line or contact Mrs Palmer in the office on 01206 841288. We encourage you to view our website www.stjohnscofe.com and visits to the school are welcomed.

St John's C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment procedures and appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical and enhanced DBS checks.