Our vision is to make Newlands Primary an outstanding school ensuring every child and member of staff achieves their full potential. We have a fantastic KS1 team who are highly skilled and effective.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Key Stage One Higher Level Teaching Assistant who will work in partnership with teachers to deliver planned learning activities to whole classes within KS1. This will be to provide cover; class support, small group work, PPA cover, leadership release time as well as for training needs or in the event of short-term sickness.
Are you passionate about further developing your skills and taking on more responsibility?
We are looking for someone who:
1. has the HLTA qualification or holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and is willing to gain the HLTA qualification
2. has a good standard of English and Maths (GCSE)
3. Be able to demonstrate good spoken and written communication skills
4. has a positive, kind and calm approach
5. has a good understanding of KS1 and experience of working and leading interventions in KS1
6. Have high expectations for the progress and attainment of children with special educational needs
7. is a strong team player who is positive and resilient
8. is keen to develop further and make a wider impact in their role
This role requires an enhanced DBS.