HLTA

Main Duties of the Role As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) at our primary school, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of our students. Your main responsibilities will include covering classes in the absence of teachers, ensuring that the learning continues seamlessly. You will also provide valuable support to teachers in planning and delivering lessons, as well as assisting with the assessment and progress tracking of students. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work with small groups and individual students, providing targeted intervention and support where needed. As an HLTA, you will be a key member of our team, contributing to the overall success and well-being of our school community. Support for Pupils Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model. Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs ensuring effective interaction. Provide specific support to pupils dependent upon their individual needs ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. Promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher. Support for the Teacher Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans. In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies such as individual and small group interventions to support pupils in achieving learning targets. Report pupil achievements, progress and issues as appropriate in agreed format. Undertake pupil record keeping as requested. Administer routine primary tests. Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour in line with established school policy. Establish constructive relationships with parents and carers. Support for the Curriculum Undertake as required structured and agreed learning activities/learning programmes, taking into consideration pupil learning styles. Undertake literacy/numeracy programmes, recording achievements and progress and providing appropriate reports and feedback for the teacher. Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use. Support for the School Be aware of and comply with school policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. Report all concerns to the appropriate person (as named in the policy concerned). Ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop. Contribute to the school ethos, aims and development/improvement plan. Appreciate and support the role of ot