Hazelbury Primary School, part of Connect Education Trust, needs a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work alongside class teachers, including in the early years. The role centres on supporting teaching and learning with whole classes, small groups and individual pupils, and covering lessons when the class teacher is absent. Pupils learn across a school farm, edible playground, pond and orchard, with Forest School on offer. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post can start as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Work closely with class teachers to support high-quality teaching and learning, including in early years
- Work with whole classes, small groups and individual pupils so that all children make progress
- Cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher
- Deliver planned learning activities
- Maintain a positive, purposeful learning environment
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Strong understanding of teaching and learning in a primary setting
- High expectations of children's learning and behaviour
- Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
- Commitment to inclusion and adapting approach to diverse pupil needs
- Adaptable, flexible and well organised
- Confidence to work independently and as part of a team
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check, including barred list check for regulated activity
- Completed Keeping Children Safe in Education declaration
- Consent to online searches of publicly available information, including social media, before interview
Other
- Command of spoken English sufficient to carry out the role
- Genuine passion for helping children succeed
- Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children
What’s offered
- MacBook for teaching staff, including HLTAs
- Wellbeing days
- Attendance reward scheme
- Staff gym
- On-site staff Daycare
- Access to a mental wellbeing support hub
- Ample on-site parking
- Professional development and career progression across the Trust
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
