HLTA

We expect our HLTA 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 whole classes and 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 supervision of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, mentoring and training. Support for Pupils Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, and encourage pupils to interact and to work co-operatively with others and to engage in activities led by yourself and/or the teacher To assess, assist and support pupils, including those with special needs, to access a range of learning activities, through specialist skills, in-depth knowledge of the National Curriculum and theoretical knowledge of how pupils learn. Make effective use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use. Promote self esteem and independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance. Provide specific feedback in discussion with pupils on their progress and achievement, in line with school policy. Organise and manage an appropriate learning environment and resources. Support for the School Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support the achievement and progress of pupils. Take the initiative as appropriate to develop appropriate multi-agency approaches to supporting pupils Provide cover for classes within the agreed system of supervision. This could be regular planned cover for the teacher, i.e. for PPA time (Planning, Preparation and Assessment, Leader time) or could be for the short-term absence of teachers Fulfill wider professional responsibilities Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the Academy and the Trust. Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support. Work with other staff across the Trust and in other maintained Schools or other Academies. Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being. To participate intraining and other learning activities and performance development as required To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.