HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant The Linden Academy is an exceptional primary school that offers a warm, welcoming, and nurturing learning environment for children aged 4-11. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dynamic team at The Linden Academy. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the educational and pastoral needs of our students, ensuring continuity of learning during teacher absences, and contributing to the overall development of our school community. At The Linden Academy, we are passionate about inspiring young minds and ensuring that in everything we do, we are making a positive impact on our student’s lives. Therefore, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic HLTA who will take pride in supporting students and delivering engaging lessons that set our pupils up to succeed. The Linden Academy is a school that is dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely students, hardworking teachers and staff, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education. It’s incredibly important to us here at The Linden Academy that all our staff feel valued, listened to, mentored, challenged, and given adequate opportunities to develop. If you want to grow and develop in a fast paced, dynamic, and successful Academy, come and join us at The Linden Academy! Key Responsibilities: HLTA Duties: Work collaboratively with teachers to plan and deliver targeted interventions and support programs. Assess, record, and report on students’ progress and development. Support the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special educational needs. Contribute to the preparation of resources and learning materials. Classroom Support: Deliver lessons and supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment. Assist in the planning, preparation, and delivery of learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff. Support students in their learning, providing one-on-one or small group assistance as needed. Manage classroom behaviour effectively, following the school’s behaviour management policy. Pastoral Care: Provide emotional and social support to students, fostering a positive and inclusive school environment. Monitor and support the overall well-being of students, referring concerns to appropriate staff members when necessary. Promote positive values, attitudes, and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents. Administrative Support: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and any incidents that occur during cover periods. Assist with the supervision of students during break times, lunchtimes, and on school trips as required. Undertake administrative tasks related to the role, such as preparing display boards an