We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant [HLTA] to join a friendly and hard working team. The role is a permanent, term time only position, for 2 days per week, teaching across our Key Stage 2 classes, covering teacher’s PPA time. There is the possibility of this being extended to include additional days each week and to cover sickness. There is flexibility in the subjects that are taught, to best suit your preference. You will be based in a happy, supportive one-form entry school where staff believe passionately that all children should have access to an excellent education therefore are fully committed to ensuring each and every child enjoys their time at school, makes excellent progress and leaves us with the necessary skills and attitudes to lead successful and fulfilling lives. We are looking for an energetic and dedicated individual who is committed to their own lifelong learning as well as the pupils’. The candidate will: • Be an outstanding higher level teaching assistant with high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour, irrespective of a pupil’s background • Be able to demonstrate the ability to raise academic standards through high quality teaching • Be knowledgeable and up to date with current educational practice • Understand how to support children through a positive approach to behaviour and be passionate about supporting all pupils within an inclusive classroom. • Be fully committed to going above and beyond to safeguard children • Be able to motivate others and work as part of a team, with strong interpersonal skills • Be an excellent communicator with a calm disposition and welcoming manner • Be able to develop strong relationships with parents and the wider community • Show a commitment to their professional development through recent qualifications or a desire to undertake further study • Be able to stay calm under pressure, resilient in even the trickiest of situations In return, this school can offer you: • A happy, caring school with a strong community ethos • Motivated pupils, who enjoy learning and behave well Requirements To be considered for the role of HLTA you will: hold a HLTA qualification or equivalent be able to provide positive references from your employment in a similar role be able to provide a full, clear DBS clearance Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. Salary Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. What Vision for Education offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jenny Freeman on or email me at visionsupport