Higher Level Teaching Assistant

At Orion Academy we believe our children and young people are unique individuals and as such we have designed our school curriculum with their learning and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs at the heart of all we do. Our nurturing approach seeks to extend our work out into the community; actively supporting, listening and engaging with our families and carers to deliver the best possible environment for our children and young people, thus enabling them to learn effectively, become active and responsible citizens who are well prepared for life after school. The role of the HLTA - Cover Support complements the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups, or short term for whole classes and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils’ achievement, progress and development. PURPOSE To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups, or short term for whole classes and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils achievement, progress and development. SUPPORT FOR PUPILS Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs Encourage pupils to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS Provide cover for teaching and TA absences Organise and manage appropriate learning environments and resources Within an agreed system of supervision, plan challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically Follow the academy’s agreed behaviour policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self control and independence The Gallery Trust Iffley Turn, Oxford OX4 4DU Tel: 01865 747606 The Gallery Trust is an exempt charity. Company registration