Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant required for Edwards Hall Primary School to start 3rd September 2024

Working 30 hours per week

Term time plus inset days

Salary - Level 6 £26,873 to £30,296 fte

Actual Salary £18,887.69

Edwards Hall Primary School is part of the Learning in Harmony Trust, a values driven Trust based in Southend-on-Sea, Newham and Islington.

Edwards Hall is a school with a vision for every member of the community to both be inspired and inspire others, to aspire to be the best they can, whilst supporting others to do the same, to respect the opinions, beliefs and differences of others, as well as being able to communicate the importance of this to others, and to nurture the growth, physically, spiritually and emotionally of all members of our community.

We are looking for an experienced and suitably qualified HLTA to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Learning and teaching will be your passion, with a genuine desire for all children to achieve their best as learners and people with your support. You will be a reflective practitioner willing and able to evolve our learning and teaching practice to meet the needs of our children.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have high expectations and believe every child can achieve 
• Be passionate about making learning engaging, effective and inclusive 
• Be excited about ongoing professional development, being a lifelong learner 
• Actively contribute to the wider life of the school 
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work well as part of a team 

We can offer:

• The opportunity to work in a truly collaborative team of staff
• Friendly and fun colleagues who work hard and support each other
• Wonderful children, who behave well and want to learn
• Well-resourced classes and a spacious site
• The chance for you to flourish professionally through our structured CPD programme for teachers and HLTAs
• The benefits of being part of Learning in Harmony Trust, which cares deeply about its staff and pupils, enabling them to make a positive impact on society
• An excellent employee benefits and support programme
• An inclusive school where everyone is valued and respected

We would strongly encourage visiting the school and seeing us in action.
Please contact the school office on info@edwardshall.lihtrust.ukor 01702 524470 to arrange a tour and discussion.

Information about the School

Edwards Hall is a friendly and welcoming school at the heart of the Eastwood community. We are well resourced and fortunate enough to be set in wonderful grounds.

We believe that our school should be a safe, caring place, where all children reach their full potential as learners. Our pupils are encouraged to do their very best and we are proud of the children's achievements both in and beyond the classroom. Our talented team of staff work hard to provide an exciting curriculum for our pupils - continuously improving the opportunities and environment which support their learning and personal development.

We enjoy working closely with parents, organising many events throughout the school year, to ensure they are aware of what - and how - their children are learning at school and are fully involved in their children's education.