EAl HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) - Upper School (11-18)

Working at Preston Manor means that you benefit from working in a school with a 75 year old reputation for success, whilst also enjoying the excitement and innovation of being part of a new school having recently become an all-through school. Joining us means you are joining an esteemed, outward facing establishment which is currently breaking new ground into its exciting future. We are oversubscribed for places, reflecting the reputation the school has for its academic rigour, inclusive nature and welcoming community. We are proud of our focus on student and staff wellbeing, which is evident from the moment you step into our community. We pride ourselves on having excellent student leadership and high staff-retention rates. 

Preston Manor is an all-through Co-operative School located in the highly diverse and vibrant London borough of Brent. We are part of an established network of schools and work collaboratively with local schools. We are a large learning community with 

Our focus on holistic wellbeing, along with teaching and learning, means that progress and development takes place both within the classroom and beyond for students and staff alike. Thus we achieve very strong academic results championed by innovative and dedicated staff who work relentlessly to build and foster high aspirations in all members of our learning community.

Student quotes:

"Students at Preston Manor are always aiming high supported by the teachers who push them further.’ 

‘Preston Manor is a vibrant, diverse and enriched community. The discipline and teaching is first-class, giving us a wider perspective of how the world around us works.’

The school is situated within sight of the iconic Wembley Stadium, and provides access to all that Wembley has to offer. The school benefits from fantastic links both through public transport and by car.  It is a short 10 minute walk from Wembley Park and Preston Road Underground Stations and a 10 minute bus journey from North Wembley Station. The Metropolitan, Jubilee and Bakerloo lines as well as the London Overground/Network rail are within easy reach of the school. Central London locations can easily be reached within 20 minutes from the School.  The school is also accessible to major motorways (M25, M1, M40 and A40 etc.).   If you have any questions regarding the position or would like to arrange a visit to the school please contact Ade Shokunbi, HR Manager on 0208 385 4097. 

EAL HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) - Upper School (11-18)

Required for March 2017

(Fixed Term contract to July 2017 in the first instance)

36 Hours per week - Term Time plus inset days

Salary – Scale 5, spinal point 22 – 25 (£20,456 – £22,434 pro rata)

plus London Weighting (£1,830 pro rata) 

circa £19,576 - £21,313 (inclusive of London Weighting)

We are looking for an HLTA to support students who are EAL (English as an additional language) learners or beginner learners of the English Language

As an HLTA in EAL you will be committed to inclusive education by helping students who are EAL learners or new arrivals with little English to develop their spoken and written skills in English.

We are looking to appoint people with good literacy, numeracy and communication skills as well as initiative, flexibility, a sense of humour and the ability to relate to young people who are new to English and may be new to the country. We are particularly keen to hear from graduates who are looking to go into the teaching profession. Experience of working with young people of secondary age would be an advantage.

We offer:

• Experience mentoring and supporting students individually, in small-group interventions and as part of in-class support. 
• A commitment to staff development in terms of CPD, Line Management and Appraisal.
• A friendly team of experienced and supportive teachers, learning support assistants and other pastoral staff.
• A small and growing team of EAL teachers and support staff

The successful candidate will join a developing and committed team who strive to ensure that all students enjoy learning and surpass expectations of achievement.

The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high quality and well-resourced environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary team of teachers and technicians.

Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or disability.

Closing Date: noon 01 March 2017

Preston Manor School is committed to the welfare and safety of its students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the necessary Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.