Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team.

Purpose of the role:

• To complement teachers’ delivery of the national curriculum and contribute to the development of other support staff, students, school policies and strategies.
• To work both independently and collaboratively with teaching staff in the whole planning cycle and the management/preparation of resources. Also, to deliver learning to individuals, small groups and whole classes as and when required within agreed systems of supervision.
• To provide support for students, the teacher and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all, by utilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning, monitoring, assessing and managing classes.
• To encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of students in all aspects of school life.

Northampton School for Girls (NSG) is a state-funded, comprehensive school on the outskirts of Northampton. Our school community is multi-faith and multi-cultural with students coming from rural and urban settings. We continue to be one of the best schools in Northamptonshire and this is reflected in the high standards and expectations we set for both staff and students.

We seek high-quality applications from a wide spectrum of talented people, acknowledging that diversity in our staffing enriches our NSG community and the learning experience for our students. We are working to create an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and are empowered to do their best. 

If you have any questions, please email us: people@nsg.northants.sch.uk 

For further information please visit: www.nsg.northants.sch.uk/vacancies/ 

Applications are accepted via the school application form (available on the vacancies page) or via TES Quick Apply. Please contact the school if you need to request the application form in an alternative format.

Closing date: 4:00pm, Monday 30th January 2023

Interviews: w/c 6th February 2023

We would encourage you to submit your application as soon as you are able as we reserve the right to act on received applications before the closing date has passed. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a criminal records check, via the Disclosure & Barring Service, the cost of which will be met by NSG. Details of our safer recruitment policy can be found in the school policies section of our website.