Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary: Band C Point 13 - 19
(£24,352.86 - £27,915.06 per annum)

37 hours per week
Monday - Thursday8:00am - 4:00pm Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm (with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break)
38 weeks of the year - Term time + inset

Start Date: 6th January 2025

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our ASC Resource Base. This role offers the opportunity to support students' educational journey and lead a team of Learning Support Assistants in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Role Overview:

As a HLTA within our ASC Resource Base, you will play a key role in planning, delivering, and adapting learning activities for pupils with ASC, using your knowledge of the National Curriculum. You will be responsible for evaluating and reporting on students' progress, developing individualised learning plans, and fostering a positive, structured learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching and Learning: Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities to meet both individual and class-level needs.
• Behaviour and Engagement: Promote positive behaviour, manage challenging behaviours using Trauma-Informed practices, and encourage self-control and independence among pupils.
• Individualised Support: Develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provide specialised support based on each child's developmental needs.
• Team Leadership: Lead and support a team of Learning Support Assistants, helping to develop and implement effective strategies to aid student learning.
• Administrative Duties: Provide clerical support, produce detailed reports, and maintain accurate records of pupil achievements and progress.

Essential Skills and Experience:
Qualifications: Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience, with a strong foundation in supporting children with ASC.
Curriculum Knowledge: Familiarity with the National Curriculum, literacy, and numeracy strategies, particularly for KS1 and KS2.
Behaviour Management: Proven ability to manage and support students with challenging behaviours, ideally with knowledge of Positive Handling techniques.
Team Leadership: Experience supervising or mentoring staff, ideally within an educational or SEN setting.
IT Competency: Proficiency in using IT to support learning, including specialist software relevant to the curriculum.

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a vibrant and diverse school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy and confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now, and in the future. The School is proud to be: 

• Friendly, caring and supportive, with a strong student council 
• A place where pupils feel safe, happy, valued and respected 
• An inclusive school, where everyone works hard to ensure all pupils receive stimulating learning experiences, with high expectations for all children 
• A school that celebrates every child's individuality and success 

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, with twelve member schools within Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools' Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people.  

What the school can offer:   

• 2-week October half term  
• Recognition of continuous service  
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Excellent CPD opportunities 
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools  
• The support of an experienced family of schools  
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme  
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff 
• Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance  

If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school or for more information speak to Sophie Neal hr@osborne.coop or 01375 648901. As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.   

Arthur Bugler Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. 

To apply for the vacancy, please visit our website via the link below, or apply via MyNewTermJobs.  Vacancies in our Trust (osborne.coop)   

Closing date: Monday 2nd December 2024, 9:00am
Interview Date: 5th and 6th December 2024

Information about the School

Arthur Bugler is a two-form entry primary school (ages 4–11) based in Stanford-Le-Hope, Essex and a proud partner in Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust.

Our caring, secure atmosphere encourages trust and respect between every member of our school, providing the backdrop to our stimulating and creative learning environment.

At Arthur Bugler we endeavour to sustain the ethos of a whole school community, where every individual feels important and their needs are met. Diversity is embraced in a happy and secure environment. Children, staff, governors, parents and volunteer helpers are valued and cared for in order to make a positive, inspiring and safe learning environment for all.

We are committed to ensuring all our children flourish during their time at Arthur Bugler and that they leave prepared for their future success at secondary school and beyond. It is our mission to deliver the highest possible standards across all areas of school life and we are confident that our children will reach and exceed their potential during the time they spend with us. Our personal and family environment and creative approach to the curriculum makes learning enjoyable and encourages pupils to do their best. This is driven by our passionate team of teaching and support staff who place great emphasis on ensuring every child’s needs are met, their abilities are understood and their aspirations are encouraged regardless of any differences.

The education of all the children at Arthur Bugler Primary School is a joint venture involving children, staff, governors and the community. Working together ensures that provision for the children is highly effective and the very best.

We value our parent partnerships and strive to build effective relationships between the school and the wider community.