HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA) & TEACHING ASSISTANT 2A (TA2A)

Location

Carr Head Primary School, Poulton-le-fylde, Carr Head Lane, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 8JB (197 on roll)

Tel: 01253 883558
School website: www.carrhead.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Following the retirement of a much valued and long-serving member of staff, the governors wish to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Teaching Assistant (TA2A) to join our friendly team.  We will consider applications for the roles as individual posts, or as a dual role post.

The successful candidate will have a passion for education and for working with children of all abilities.  As an HLTA, they will cover classes in KS1 for teacher’s non-contact time.  The Teaching Assistant role will involve working in our Breakfast Club before school and then in our Y2 class (initially) during the mornings.  They must be able to work effectively as part of a team and have a good standard of English and Maths. 

Proposed Hours:

HLTA 8.25 hours over three afternoons.  Contracted hours include 10% planning and preparation time.
TA 2A 21.25 hours over five days (7.45am to 12pm)
Term time only + 2 x INSET days

Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, the successful candidate will:

Support the teacher in the provision of high-quality teaching and learning

Under the guidance of the class teacher, implement structured learning activities and assist individuals or groups of children to complete tasks

Develop positive relationships with pupils to assist pupil progress and attainment

Assist in the monitoring / recording of pupil progress and developmental needs

Assist in the production of learning resources

Assist in pupil supervision and assist in the management of pupil behaviour


As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, the successful candidate will:

Deliver learning activities to pupils within an agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities in accordance with pupil needs.

Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking account of pupils’ interests and language and cultural backgrounds.

Organise and manage a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment for learning.

Support the promotion of positive relationships with parents and outside agencies.

Work within school policies and procedures.

Attend staff training as appropriate.

Take care of their own and other people's health and safety.

Co-ordinate and supervise the work of Teaching Assistants

Ensure effective communication arrangements.

Co-ordinate the utilisation of volunteer helpers.

Be aware of the confidential nature of issues related to home/pupil/teacher/school.

This position is term time only. Please note the salary quoted is full-time equivalent.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

HLTA:
Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
GCSE Grade 4 and above (or equivalent qualification) in English and Mathematics

TA 2A:

NVQ level 2 or above qualification –appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
GCSE Grade 4 and above (or equivalent qualification) in English and Mathematics

Desirable Qualifications

Both posts: First Aid qualification
HLTA:
NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent
HLTA status

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children 
Experience of working in a classroom environment
Able to relate well to children
Able to work as part of a team
Good communication skills
Able to supervise and assist pupils

Desirable Experience

HLTA:
Experience of administrative work
Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
Staff management experience

TA2A:

Experience of working in a classroom environment
Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

For an informal discussion please contact:

Contact the Headteacher at the school

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.