Job Description

HLTA Teaching and Learning Support Assistant

The post will be for 5 days per week, term time only.

The working hours will be 8:30am to 3:15pm.

This post will have Midday Assistant responsibility.

The Federation of Farnham and Rickling are looking to appoint a qualified Teaching & Learning Support Assistant with experience working in a school setting.

The successful applicant will:

Be enthusiastic, confident and able to show initiative

Be an effective communicator with pupils and staff,and willing to work in partnership with the Class Teacher

Be self-motivated with high expectations of self and others

Support learning and teaching in line with school procedures and policies, adapt questioning and instructions to the needs of the class and will have a positive attitude to learning.

Hold at least an A - C pass in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Hold at least an NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent.

Have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration, and most importantly care for our children.

The role will encompass the following:

Organise an appropriate learning environment

Monitor and record pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives

Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports to teachers

Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically and provide evidence of range and level of progress and attainment

Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom

Use ICT effectively to support learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use

Select and prepare resources necessary to deliver learning activities, taking account of pupils' interests and language and cultural backgrounds

To attend INSET days and training as identified by the Headteacher

To undertake MDA supervision

Information about the School

We are very proud of our two schools that make up the Federation. They are charming village schools situated in beautiful rural Essex, both with outstanding views of the countryside and both of which form the heart and soul of their respective villages.

Our Schools provide a caring, supportive environment for children to develop a love of learning and respect and understanding for others.

Each child is treated as an individual, with individual needs and abilities, and everyone is encouraged to try to achieve their best and to have high aspirations.

Our schools enable children to become self-confident and resourceful individuals, with a broad and varied skill set, in readiness for the next step of their schooling journey.

The schools share the same vision, values and ethos, which are nurtured in our small school environment.

Our lovely schools are led by our Headteacher, Mrs Tracey Bratley, who is supported by her dedicated staff and Governing Body.