Higher level teaching assistant

We are seeking to appoint a creative, energetic and enthusiastic HLTA to join our hard working and dedicated staff team.

Your opportunity

The successful candidate will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player.

What we are looking for

• Experience of working in Primary setting

• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated

• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children

• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour

• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

• Be a confident and clear communicator

• A passion to make a difference

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Chalklands

Chalklands is an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Our cluster includes the following schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School, Hillcroft Primary School and Marden Lodge Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

● Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils

● Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Kindness

● 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

● We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

● Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

● Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

● Flexible working options

● Generous holiday allowance

● Work life and family friendly policies

● Employee wellbeing initiatives

● Career pathways and talent management

● Access to a staff benefits portal

● Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details: 30 hours per week, 38.6 weeks of the year (term time plus 3 days)

Salary: GLF Specialist £24982 FTE - Actual Salary £17726.20

Start Date: TBA

Closing date for applications: 13th October 2023

Interview date: TBA

Contact: If you would like more information about the role, please contact Wendy Vicars through the office of the schools