Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Endike Academy is now recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

To work independently providing Preparation, Planning and Assessment (PPA) cover with a significant commitment to whole class teaching.

To work collaboratively with class teachers to plan, teach and assess an innovative curriculum so all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, may achieve success in line with the school vision, ethos and aims.

About our Academy

All that we do at Endike is underpinned by our Trust values of:

- Aspiration

- Ambition

- Courage

- Respect

The children and adults within the school look for these values in themselves and each other at each point in the school day. We celebrate when these values are seen in practice and understand that by demonstrating them, we are on track to be the best that we can be!

Salary & Benefits

NJC8-11 £22,777-£24,054 FTE per annum, £17,494-£18,475 pro rata

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Meet HLTA standards or equivalent qualification or experience

Demonstrable levels of numeracy & literacy equivalent to GCSE (A-C).

A minimum of two years’ experience of working with children in a paid capacity, preferably in an education setting.

Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy

Evidence of specialism in specific curriculum areas or areas of particular learning difficulty

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply now’.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.