Higher Level Teaching Assistant

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9,000 students are benefitting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning and extensive use of learning technologies. 

Our small and friendly team at our Bristol Campus are seeking an experienced Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to join the team on a full time (TTO), permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated HLTA to provide support for SEND students across KS2-KS5 (this role will mainly be KS4) and assist the Learning Support Coordinator where necessary.

Our schools offer achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to our students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about education and pay meticulous attention to detail. 

You will:

• Be adaptable, resilient and have a desire to make a lasting difference to the lives of our students 

• Have full working knowledge of relevant current policies, codes of practice and legislation 

• Have experience of working with children of relevant age in a learning environment 

• Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience (NVQ Level 4/5) 

• Have working knowledge and experience of implementing national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes and strategies 

• Have an understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching 

• Be sensitive to the needs of children

• Be trustworthy and discreet maintaining confidentiality 

• Be a positive role model of professional practice and conduct of others 

• Respect and promote the schools Ethos and Values 

• To promote equality, diversity and inclusion and demonstrate this within the role, adhering to the OSG UK Equal Opportunity Policy 

We offer:

• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning 

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students 

• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students 

• Supportive staff and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals 

• Dedicated and talented specialist employees who work together to continually build upon our high standards

• On-going CPD with support from our Teaching Training Academy- our innovative skills centre which is driving progress in learning and teaching throughout OneSchool Global UK

Key Responsibilities:

• To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve joint planning with teachers, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/ groups, or short term for whole classes across all year groups in the school (Years 3-13) 

• Deliver specific time limited interventions in small groups of 1:1 

• Monitor pupil’s progress and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ achievement, progress and development will be integral to this role 

• To provide learning support within the context of our Self-Directed Learning Philosophy 

• To fully engage in active participation in all staff meetings and CPD 

• Build positive working relationships and links with parents 

• Develop links with outside agencies who are working with the pupils 

• Take a lead role in the provision of support for two students at Key Stage 4 with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs), in addition to supporting other children with SEND as directed 

• Plan and deliver alternative provision courses as directed (potentially ASDAN and Open Awards) 

• Provide learning support for pupils & teachers within a Self-Directed Learning philosophy 

• Assess, manage and deliver learning support using knowledge and specialist skills 

• To work pupils, understanding how to motivate and encourage them to achieve and develop through the development of their attributes, skills and knowledge 

• To act as a Key Worker for identified pupils, regularly liaising with parents and staff to ensure progress against Learning Plan targets

• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom 

• To perform such other duties as may be requested from time to time, commensurate with the role

For more information about OneSchool Global UK or specific information relating to our Campus please visit http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn at OneSchool Global UK

Please email recruitment@uk.oneschoolglobal.com  if you have any questions about the role. 

Closing Date for application forms: Midday on Friday 7th May 2021 

Interviews will be held week commencing: WC 10th May 2021 

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES 

All Campuses within OneSchool Global UK are committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment