Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who will complement the professional work of our teachers by taking responsibility for learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This will involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals, groups or whole classes including monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils achievement, progress and development.

• Have the ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential


• Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils' learning


• Have a strong knowledge of the curriculum


• Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources


• Have the ability to support pupils working at all levels and promote inclusion within the classroom


• Be committed to raising attainment, achievement and progress


• Ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop


• Be committed to working within a team to continue to provide high quality services for our pupils and families.


• Meet Professional Standards for HLTA status or have equivalent qualification (NVQ Level 4)


• Have excellent numeracy/literacy skills
  
  Moorcroft Wood School is a one form entry primary school; situated next to Moorcroft Wood, we are extremely lucky to have extensive school grounds. Our School vision is Nurture, Feed, Grow and Succeed within a happy, caring, friendly learning environment that promotes self-esteem, enabling pupils to enjoy learning and achieve their full potential. Our shared values are; follow your dreams, self-belief, tolerance, perseverance, respect and happiness. We are proud to be part of The Lighthouse Federation, founded in 2021 and made up of nine schools all working collaboratively.
  
  In return we will provide:


• A supportive leadership team who are committed to developing staff


• A friendly, welcoming teaching and support team


• Extensive CPD opportunities


• A committed and dedicated Local School Committee and Lighthouse Federation Governing Body


• A creative and innovative environment


Most importantly our children who are happy to come to school and extremely enthusiastic to learn.

At Moorcroft Wood Primary School we are committed to safeguarding our children. The school will carry out online search checks for all shortlisted applicants, in line with keeping children safe in education guidance. The successful applicant will then be required to undertake an enhanced DBS and other pre-employment checks.