Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

This unique role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact across the entire school, from Year R to Year 6. The Role Key responsibilities include: Class Cover: Providing high-quality cover for classes across all key stages. Pastoral Mentoring: Supporting the emotional and pastoral wellbeing of pupils who need it most. Family Liaison: Building strong, supportive links with our families to ensure every child thrives. Play Development: Leading a project to enhance and diversify the range of play activities available at lunchtimes. Our Educational Vision At Wolvercote, our teaching is underpinned by the RLT Core Principles for Teaching and Learning, which emphasize a highly intentional, technique-aware approach. Rigorous Instruction: We value high-quality direct explanation as the most powerful resource for learning. You will use evidence-based strategies, such as Rosenshine’s principles (e.g., "I do, we do, you do"), to ensure all pupils achieve excellence. Flexible Learning: We provide a creative curriculum where pupils engage in flexible learning projects, developing independence and problem-solving skills. Inclusion & Restoration: We are committed to inclusive practice, ensuring pupils with high needs thrive in our mainstream environment through high-quality support. Our restorative approach to behaviour is built on "Respectful Relationships," acting with care, integrity, and fairness. What We Offer You We recognise that "great schools thrive because of the people in them". As a member of our team, you will benefit from: Wellbeing First: A supportive work environment that values staff mental health, including access to "Wellbeing Champions" and a calm, dedicated staffroom. Professional Growth: Being part of the River Learning Trust provides exceptional opportunities for career progression, high-quality CPD, and collaboration with a wide network of schools. The school has a record of successfully supporting staff through from being a TA to becoming a teacher. Community Support: You will work alongside a highly supportive parent body and a wider community that is deeply invested in our school's vision. The Ideal Candidate You should be an adaptable experienced practitioner who is: Passionate about both rigorous direct instruction and creative, flexible learning. Committed to inclusive and restorative practices, with the patience and skill to support children with complex needs. An excellent communicator capable of building trust with families and colleagues. Apply Today To learn more about our school, please visit wolvercoteprimary.org. Education has the power to change lives, communities and society for the better. At RLT we believe that we can achieve more for our pupils, trainees, staff and communities by working together rather than alone. Schools in RLT are united by a common belief in the benefits of working together, and by our commitment to shared principles. OUR VISION i