Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Ref: SCH-WDT-0178 5 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/08/2025) Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: NJC Scale 5 Point 12-17The Role
We are seeking to appoint a qualified HLTA who is hardworking, ambitious and inspiring.
We pride ourselves on our warm, caring ethos and have a strong reputation for this and for the way in which we celebrate every child’ uniqueness.
We are seeking a member of staff who must have experience of covering classes. They should also be a team player and can bring confidence, enthusiasm and motivation to the classroom, along with a sense of humour.
You will be required to teach small groups, support children with specific needs, cover classes and work 1:1. You will be ambitious and will embrace being part of moving our School forward.
We can offer you fantastic, eager children and supportive parents. Our dynamic and friendly staff are passionate about raising standards and aspirations for all children.
Our school is well resourced and has a supportive and reflective Senior Leadership Team, Governing Body and Multi Academy Trust. We have a whole school commitment to professional development as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our pupils. As a member of the Wade Deacon Trust, we can offer you numerous exciting opportunities to further develop your career.
A comprehensive programme of CPD supports colleagues at all career stages; through the Multi-Academy Trust we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff.
Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.
The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
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| GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent |
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| TA3 qualification or equivalent or relevant experience |
Desirable
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Skills
| Relevant Skills | |
|---|---|
| To have the ability to prioritise and organise own workload |
Essential
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| Relate to and work well with others as a member of a team |
Essential
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| To have the ability to assist with the development and implementation of Education and Health Care Plans |
Essential
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Understanding of principles of child development, learning styles and independent learning |
Essential
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| Understanding of inclusion, especially within a school setting |
Essential
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| Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation |
Essential
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| Understanding of statutory framework relating to teaching and learning |
Essential
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| To have experience and evidence of working with children with emotional and or behavioural issues |
Essential
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Constant and consistent expectations of high standards |
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| The ability to listen to and understand others |
Essential
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Safeguarding Information
The Wade Deacon Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure. All applicants should read the school’s Safeguarding/Child Protection policy and Safer Recruitment Policy, which are available on our websites.
The Grange Academy
Latham Avenue
Runcorn
Runcorn
WA7 5DX
Elaine Hall
hr@thegrangeacademy.co.uk