Higher Level Teaching Assistant - St Francis Catholic and Church of England and St Blasius Church of England Primary Academy

Job Posted: 27 November 2024

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Grade 6 – Scp 18-22, £30,559 to £32,654 per annum pro rata
• Industries: Education

Hours: 30 per week (46 week +2 days Term time only)

Situated on the Isle of Wight within 10-minute drive of each school, St Francis and St Blasius are thriving primary schools with a strong focus on helping every child achieve their God-given potential. With an Ofsted rating of 'Good' and a commitment to core values, the school boasts beautiful premises that provide an inspiring environment for learning.

We are seeking an exceptional HLTA to join our dedicated team. As a qualified HLTA with a proven track record of accelerating pupil progress, you will be passionate about children's learning through the curriculum. Knowledge of supporting pupils with additional educational needs to work in a small class environment would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

•Undertake whole class PPA cover with associated planning and marking

•Undertake whole class cover during teacher absence for short periods of time only

•Provide targeted academic interventions across all year groups

Requirements:

•Qualified HLTA with a proven track record of accelerating pupil progress

•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

•Strong organisational and time management abilities

•Proficient in the use of relevant software and IT systems

•Knowledge of supporting pupils with additional educational needs

Desirable Qualities:

•Passion for children's learning through the curriculum

•Experience in a similar role within an educational setting

•Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders

•Commitment to continuous professional development

Join our dedicated team at St Francis and St Blasius Primary Academy and be part of a school that is committed to helping every child achieve their God-given potential. With our Ofsted 'Good' rating, core values, and beautiful school premises, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils.

Safeguarding

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The Trust will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, shortlisted candidates will be required to demonstrate to the Trust, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service check (http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring service-check).

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All school-based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

The Executive Headteacher welcomes all prospective candidates to visit our school prior.

A relocation allowance may be considered for the right candidate.

Application packs are obtainable by contacting St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary on [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.

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The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination and this is supported by the Unacceptable Behaviour Policy, Employee Code of Conduct and Behaviours Framework. We actively promote the diversity of our workforce and we provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees.

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council is an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community. In addition to this, we are also a Disability Confident Employer. Along with a number of other areas of commitments, this means that providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.

The management reporting line for this role is ultimately through the Isle of Wight Council Children’s Services directorate.

This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Recruitment, Policy and Procedure and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Closing Date: Until vacancy is filled