Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

LEVEL 4 – 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. It may also involve monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and

reporting on pupils achievement progress and development.

Responsible

for the management and development of a specialist area within the school

and/or management of other teaching assistants including allocation and

monitoring of work, performance management and training.

SUPPORT FOR PUPILS

o Assess the

needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support

pupils’ learning

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Establish productive working relationships with

pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations

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Develop and implement IEPs

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Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all

pupils within the classroom

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Support pupils consistently whilst recognising

and responding to their individual needs

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Encourage pupils to interact and work

co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities

o

Promote independence and employ strategies to

recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance

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Provide feedback to pupils in relation to

progress and achievement

SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS

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Organise and manage appropriate learning

environment and resources

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Within an agreed system of supervision, plan

challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust

lessons/work plans as appropriate

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Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to

learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies

against pre-determined learning objectives

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Provide objective and accurate feedback and

reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring

the availability of appropriate evidence

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Record progress and achievement in

lessons/activities systematically and providing evidence of range and level of

progress and attainment • Work within an established discipline policy to

anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and

independence

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Supporting the role of parents in pupils’

learning and contribute to/lead meetings with parents to provide constructive

feedback on pupil progress/achievement etc.

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Administer and assess/mark tests and invigilate

exams/tests

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Production of lesson plans, worksheet, plans

etc.

SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM

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Deliver learning activities to pupils within

agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil

responses/needs

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Deliver local and national learning strategies

e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years and make effective use of

opportunit