Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Primary) SR1 (7—11) £22,684— £24,178 (Actual) (£26,403—£28,142 FTE) (Based on 37 hours per week, 5 days a week, 39 weeks per year) (Part time hours will be considered) The Duston School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Closing Date: midday, Monday 3rd November 2025
The Duston School is looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to add additional capacity to the primary phase. Duties and Responsibilities To contribute positively to the ethos of the school. To work independently and collaboratively to ensure than curriculum planning is effective in enabling high levels of challenge and achievement. To teach National Curriculum objectives to individuals, small groups and whole classes as and when required. To organise and manage a safe, stimulating learning environment and resources, including displays. To evaluate and adjust lessons, as needed, to ensure progression. To monitor, assess and report on pupil's achievement, progress and development. To liaise with relevant professionals and provide information on pupils, as appropriate. To support children's social and emotional well-being and report any concerns to the class teacher. To manage the behaviour of children within the framework of the school's behaviour policy. To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. To supervise individuals and groups of children throughout the day, including supervision in the classroom, play ground and dining areas. To attend to pupils personal needs and implement personal programmes including: medical needs, physical hygiene and welfare matters with appropriate training/support. To escort and supervise pupils on educational trips and out of school activities. To be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources. To provide basic first aid, when needed. To be available to cover classes at such times as necessary. To fully engage in meetings, training and performance management, as required. To maintain good relationships with children and colleagues and work as part of a team. To demonstrate and promote equal opportunities and be active in eliminating behaviour and practices which could be discriminatory. To use data effectively to monitor the attainment and progress of all groups of children. To administer national and school assessments thoroughly and to use the information to improve standards
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,684.00-£24,178.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person