HLTA

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Cuthberts Roman Catholic High School are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The postholder will work collaboratively with teachers in planning and delivering teaching and learning activities to enable access to learning, in addition to undertaking the core duties of supporting teachers, students and the school. Complimenting the work of teachers, with responsibility for teaching and learning activities which may include planning, preparing and delivering specialist support to individual pupils, groups and/or leading learning activities within an area of specialism. Delivering whole class teaching cover, for example during teacher’s PPA time. To be responsible for the management and development of a specialist area within the school and/or supervision of other teaching assistants, including allocating and monitoring work, mentoring and training.

We are seeking an individual who has

• Experience in delivering lessons in your area of expertise to individuals, groups and whole classes under supervision
• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating teaching and learning activities effectively
• Experience of differentiating activities and preparing and developing resources to meet learning needs and contributing to Individual Education Plans
• Experience of working effectively within a team environment and building effective working relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Understanding and working knowledge of national curriculum and other learning programmes (within specified age range/subject area) e.g. knowledge of core subject areas etc

What the school offers its staff

We can offer

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

Commitment to safeguarding

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.