Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
One Year Fixed Term Contract
Grade Scale 6
Range SP 18-20 starting at £30,699-£31,731 (£22,103 - £22,846 Pro Rata actual Salary)
30 hours per week. Term time only 45.05 weeks per year
Dear Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in this exciting opportunity to join Gwyn Jones Primary School as a member of team in the role of HLTA September 2024 on a one-year fixed contract. You will be expected to work across N-Y6. One of the main focuses will be to cover ppa, teacher absences, leadership and management time. In an exciting role for someone who wants to gain further experience prior to starting teacher training! We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have interests in Music, Art, French or Computing.
We are a two-form entry, culturally diverse school based in East London and we are very proud of our school. Visitors comment on the warmth of the school and the friendliness of both staff and pupils alike. Our dedicated staff team are incredibly hard working and are committed to creating a happy, secure and stimulating environment in which every child can achieve their potential and develop a life-long love of learning.
At Gwyn Jones Primary School we are a Rights Respecting School and we actively teach our children about the rights of the child. The Rights Respecting ethos permeates all parts of school life and into our school motto “Inspired and Empowered”. This motto epitomises the staff’s genuine commitment to provide a rich, creative and challenging curriculum which inspires children’s curiosity and empowers our pupils to have a voice and be knowledgeable, active global citizens. We strive to ensure that every child thrives academically whilst benefiting from excellent pastoral care that nurtures and develops emotional wellbeing.
We are looking for someone who has good communication skills and is flexible in their approach when supporting children and working alongside other colleagues. We know it is important to be positive, inspirational and a real team player. To add to our team, we wish to appoint an excellent Teaching Assistant who will draw upon their experience and expertise in teaching to raise standards for all children including those with SEND. Together, we will drive outstanding learning and teaching that is challenging, interesting and motivational to all pupils building inquiring lifelong learners who care for their world and all that live in it.
I hope this application pack and the information available generally on our website and on social media will give you a flavour of our School. I would be delighted to show you around our friendly and caring school. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 02085567904 or email: HR@gwynjones.waltham.sch.uk
I look forward to meeting with you
Sian Boutalbi
Headteacher
Closing date: Monday 15th July 2024 at 10am
Shortlisting: Monday 15th July 2024
Interview date: Thursday 18th July 2024
The Schools in this Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS.
All completed applications should be returned to the school by email to hr@gwynjones.waltham.sch.uk