Higher Level Teaching Assistant

The Westgate School is a warm,

vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn

together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture

of academic excellence. We are seeking to appoint a

confident and well-organised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in the

Primary Phase to cover classes for teachers’ PPA time. The Primary School forms part of

Hampshire’s first 4-16 All Through School and the successful applicant will

join our friendly, enthusiastic and committed team.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking someone to build

positive, trusting relationships with children and who brings empathy, patience

and enthusiasm to their work, and who:

Has recent experience

across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 age range Has GCSE English and

Maths (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above Is either training

towards HLTA, an HLTA qualification or higher qualification Has experience of

working with teachers to deliver learning activities to whole classes Has confidence to

cover absence when necessary Has the ability to

plan, evaluate pupils' progress and adapt lesson plans when necessary Has experience of

communicating pupil outcomes to class teachers Is committed to the

highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil Is cheerful, flexible

and approachable, with a good sense of humour Has the patience and

the resourcefulness to support and inspire our children with their learning,

helping to unlock their potential