About the job

Key information

• Hours: 30 hours per week Monday – Friday, term time only, including 5 inset days.
• Contract: Permanent following successful probation period
• Salary Scale: JG6 £30,296 – £32,076
• Actual salary: JG6 £19,396 – £25,383

What will I be doing?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with the skills and knowledge to support children in all stages of primary education. You will be expected to cover classes by delivering lessons set by the class teacher that may be part of regular PPA release, management release or staff absence. You may also be deployed to lead intervention groups across the school.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Holds an HLTA qualification and has a secure knowledge of primary education.
• Has GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above and a Level 3 teaching and learning qualification.
• Is motivated, positive, hardworking and willing to join an enthusiastic team.
• Is able to demonstrate high expectations for learning and behaviour, working within the schools policies and procedures.
• Champions children and puts their needs and well-being at the forefront of the purpose of their role.
• Is professionally discreet and able to respect confidentiality.
• Communicates well with children, colleagues and parents.

What is in it for me?

Ashcombe School is an exciting and dynamic place to work. We can offer the successful candidate:

• The opportunity to work with a friendly and highly skilled team of colleagues committed to providing a quality education to our pupils.
• A caring, nurturing, family atmosphere with delightful pupils and supportive families.
• A ‘good’ school as evidenced by Ofsted during its most recent inspection.
• Regular opportunities to participate in training and professional development.
• Working in our lovely modern school which includes a brand new £6 million extension.

DBS check

Ashcombe Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the outcome of an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all section of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Supporting documents and information

Closing date for applications: Friday 6 December 2024

Interviews: w/c Monday 9 December 2024

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and can be arranged via the school office. We reserve the right to close the selection process early.

Application forms can be found on the school website or by e-mailing debbie.brand@ashcombeprimary.co.uk

Ashcombe is part of the Kaleidoscope Multi Academy Trust which includes Becket, Christ Church, Crockerne, Hutton, St Martins and Worle Village schools and the successful candidate will be employed by the Trust. As a result of this, you may be required to work in another school, with your agreement, as business needs dictate.

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