Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Are you a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who would like to become part of a supportive team at a friendly and nurturing primary school in central Harpenden? We are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our teaching team in September 2020. We are a popular and caring Church of England School with 152 pupils in mixed year group classes situated in the centre of Harpenden. We have a dedicated and motivated team of staff and governors and at the heart of our school are our pupils who are high achieving.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A committed and motivated higher level classroom assistant
• Has a good subject knowledge of Maths in Key Stage 2
• Willing to model our school values
• Supports pupils through learning experiences
• Able to cover Planning, Preparation and Assessment time

We will offer:

• Positive, well behaved, happy and high attaining pupils
• A  place in a team with supportive and friendly colleagues
• Quality support and professional development

A Level 4 Teaching Assistant qualification would be desirable however there would be an opportunity to obtain the qualification for a suitable candidate. The position will be for working five days a week for 30 hours (8:30am – 3:30pm Monday to Friday). Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on 01582 623 620.  The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing date: 15/06/2020 17:00:00
Interview date: 18th Jun 2020

Our extremely popular church primary school enjoys an excellent reputation for high standards of learning and pastoral care. Situated in the centre of Harpenden, and within easy walking distance of a mainline station, the school has an experienced, supportive and friendly staff team. We currently have 155 pupils on roll, in five mixed aged classes. The school is well resourced with a library, food technology area and ICT suite. Parents participate fully in the life of the school, helping in many different ways. Visitors always receive a warm welcome from staff and pupils.

For more information and to apply online : www.teachinherts.com