Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Hours per Week: 30.83 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: NJC Range 8-12The Role
We are seeking to appoint an excellent Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute towards the continued success of Victoria Primary Academy and its pupils.
The role is to both:
· Lead whole class teaching to cover for class teacher PPA or leadership release
· Work with groups of pupils within the classroom and lead intervention groups outside the classroom.
Your work as part of the wider team will be integral in helping to raise standards of achievement for all pupils.
At Victoria we aspire to achieve the very best for every single pupil. As noted by OFSTED in 2023 “‘Aspiration’ is a key word at Victoria Primary Academy. It is central to everything leaders do, from the design of the school’s ambitious curriculum to the awe-inspiring trips on offer.”
You may already have experience as a teaching assistant and be ready to step up to a more senior role. You will have a relevant Level 4 qualification and be ready to apply your knowledge in our warm and welcoming primary setting to support pupils, teachers, and the academy.
If you have:
· Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths
· NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent)
· A qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards)
· Previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant
· a flexible and responsive approach, with the ability to address potentially challenging situations
· A commitment to deliver first class support to staff and pupils
then we would love to hear from you.
· A high standard of investment in professional development and guidance- we nurture, build and celebrate our staff.
· A rich and well-designed curriculum, with enrichment and cultural capital at it’s heart
· Kind, caring and well-behaved children
· An extremely supportive and friendly team.
· An excellent leadership team, who value and support staff. Our leadership vision is built on trust and empowers all members of the team to develop and progress.
Reducing Workload and improving staff well-being are priorities for the Board of Directors at Hatton Academies Trust and we believe every member of staff is entitled to the best possible CPD.
You can apply for this vacancy plus see a job description and further details about the post and the academy from our website: Vacancies | Hatton Academies Trust We welcome candidates who would like a tour of our friendly Academy, and to speak to members of our team. Please contact Ian Pearson, Principal at Victoria Primary Academy, on pearsoni@victoriaprimaryacademy.org.uk to arrange an appointment.
Closing date: 9.00am Wednesday 22nd May 2024.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to act on received applications before the closing date has passed.
Please note that the advertised start date is flexible.
Education without limits; Integrity at all times
Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.
Qualifications
Qualification Title | Grade | |
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GSCE Maths Grade 4 or above (including equivalent grades) |
Essential
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NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience or qualification, or willingness to train to achieve these in relevant subjects |
Essential
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Skills
Experience/Knowledge | |
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Data Protection |
Essential
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Knowledge of national curriculum |
Desirable
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Relevant Skills | |
Mentoring |
Desirable
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Specialist Skills |
Desirable
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Safeguarding |
Essential
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Leading a team |
Desirable
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IT |
Essential
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Qualifications | |
Read Write Inc |
Desirable
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Experience | |
Current first aid certificate |
Desirable
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Substantial relevant experience |
Essential
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Personal Attributes | |
Suitability to work with children |
Essential
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Interpersonal skills |
Essential
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Reliability |
Essential
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Initiative |
Essential
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Working with children |
Essential
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Working with SEND children |
Essential
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Social awareness |
Essential
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Flexibility |
Essential
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Committed |
Essential
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Safeguarding Information
Hatton Academies Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, age or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.
Victoria Primary Academy
Finedon Road
Wellingborough
Northamptonshire
NN8 4NT
HR Team
hr@hattonacademiestrust.org.uk