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HLTA (ARC)
| Posting date: | 09 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,076.00 to £33,945.00 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | 32076 - 33945 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2024 |
| Location: | Manchester , M13 0LF |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | MAY20240584 |
Summary
Dear Applicant
Thank you for your interest in the position of Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Dean Trust Ardwick, 345 Stockport Road, Ardwick, M13 0LF.
Salary – Band 6 Point 23-25, £32,076 - £33,945 per annum pro rata. Actual salary £27,589
36.25 hours per week, 8am – 4pm, Monday – Friday
Term time only (including 5 INSET days)
Local Government Pension Scheme – Greater Manchester Pension Fund
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
On site free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Please find below a job description and person specification.
If you would like to learn more about The Dean Trust, please visit Home - The Dean Trust
Method of Application
The preferred method of application is electronically via our career’s website careers.thedeantrust.co.uk All applications must be made using the Dean Trust’s application form. Applications will be shortlisted for interview and the HR Department will contact those applicants who are selected.
Closing Date
Applications received after the closing time of 9am Monday 13th May 2024 will not be considered.
The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
If you have any questions please contact us on 0161 972 2988 or email dtarecruitment@deantrustardwick.co.uk. Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust. We look forward to hearing from you.
Human Resources Department
Job Description
The information contained below is to help staff understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the operation. However, it should be noted that whilst every effort has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings may therefore have been used, in which case all the usual associated duties are included in this job description.
Job title
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (ARC)
Reporting to
Head of ARC
Main purpose of job
NJC LEVEL 4 - 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 for 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 management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training.
Main duties:
Support for pupils
Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning.
Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
Develop and implement IEPs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement
Support for teachers
Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources
Within an agreed system of supervision, plan challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate
Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives
Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence
Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically and providing evidence of range and level of progress and attainment
Work within an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self control and independence
Supporting the role of parents in pupils’ learning and contribute to/lead meetings with parents to provide constructive feedback on pupil progress/achievement etc.
Administer and assess/mark tests and invigilate exams/tests
Production of lesson plans, worksheet, plans etc.
Support for the curriculum
Deliver learning activities to pupils within agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs
Deliver local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years and make effective use of opportunities provided by other learning activities to support the development of pupils’ skills
Use ICT effectively to support learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking account of pupils’ interests and language and cultural backgrounds
Advise on appropriate deployment and use of specialist aid/resources/equipment
Support for the school
Comply with and assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils
Take the initiative as appropriate to develop appropriate multi-agency approaches to supporting pupils
Recognise own strengths and areas of specialist expertise and use these to lead, advise and support others
Deliver out of school learning activities within guidelines established by the school
Contribute to the identification and execution of appropriate out of school learning activities which consolidate and extend work carried out in class
Line management responsibilities where appropriate
Manage other teaching assistants
Liaise between managers/teaching staff and teaching assistants
Hold regular team meetings with managed staff
Represent teaching assistants at teaching staff/management/other appropriate meetings
Undertake recruitment/induction/appraisal/training/mentoring for other teaching assistants
All employees have the responsibility to:
Ensure any documentation produced is to a high standard and is in line with the brand style
Be aware and comply with all policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
Participate in training and other learning activities as required
Participate in the school/academy Performance Management process
Provide appropriate guidance and supervision and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate
To promote the area of responsibility within the school/academy and beyond
To represent the school/academy at events as appropriate
To support and promote the school/academy ethos
To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required that are covered by the general scope of the post
To undertake any other reasonable duties at the request of the Chief Executive Officer and Headteacher
All post holders must comply with The Dean Trust professional standards for leaders and managers. The job description will be reviewed as necessary as part of the Performance Management process and is subject to modification and amendment at any time after consultation with the post holder
.
Person Specification
Experience
Experience of working with children of relevant age
Qualifications, knowledge and training requirements
Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience
Excellent numeracy/literacy skills – equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths
Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy
Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. bi-lingual, sign language, ICT
Knowledge/skills
Can use ICT effectively to support learning
Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation
Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies
Good understanding of child development and learning processes
Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching
Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team
Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these
SEN Payband
TAs appointed to jobs carrying the SEN addition must be prepared to carry out duties that include:
Dealing with complex behaviour/emotional needs
Dealing with complex physical, care and personal needs, including lifting and handling
Support complex sensory needs
Attend appropriate in service training as required to address the complex needs of the pupils
Communicate with parents/cares and other professionals around complex issues/needs
Be aware that the job may require TAs to work in difficult and challenging conditions arising from anti-social, difficult behaviour or medical conditions
Thank you for your interest in the position of Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Dean Trust Ardwick, 345 Stockport Road, Ardwick, M13 0LF.
Salary – Band 6 Point 23-25, £32,076 - £33,945 per annum pro rata. Actual salary £27,589
36.25 hours per week, 8am – 4pm, Monday – Friday
Term time only (including 5 INSET days)
Local Government Pension Scheme – Greater Manchester Pension Fund
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
On site free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Please find below a job description and person specification.
If you would like to learn more about The Dean Trust, please visit Home - The Dean Trust
Method of Application
The preferred method of application is electronically via our career’s website careers.thedeantrust.co.uk All applications must be made using the Dean Trust’s application form. Applications will be shortlisted for interview and the HR Department will contact those applicants who are selected.
Closing Date
Applications received after the closing time of 9am Monday 13th May 2024 will not be considered.
The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
If you have any questions please contact us on 0161 972 2988 or email dtarecruitment@deantrustardwick.co.uk. Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust. We look forward to hearing from you.
Human Resources Department
Job Description
The information contained below is to help staff understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the operation. However, it should be noted that whilst every effort has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings may therefore have been used, in which case all the usual associated duties are included in this job description.
Job title
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (ARC)
Reporting to
Head of ARC
Main purpose of job
NJC LEVEL 4 - 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 for 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 management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training.
Main duties:
Support for pupils
Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning.
Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
Develop and implement IEPs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement
Support for teachers
Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources
Within an agreed system of supervision, plan challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate
Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives
Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence
Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically and providing evidence of range and level of progress and attainment
Work within an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self control and independence
Supporting the role of parents in pupils’ learning and contribute to/lead meetings with parents to provide constructive feedback on pupil progress/achievement etc.
Administer and assess/mark tests and invigilate exams/tests
Production of lesson plans, worksheet, plans etc.
Support for the curriculum
Deliver learning activities to pupils within agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs
Deliver local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years and make effective use of opportunities provided by other learning activities to support the development of pupils’ skills
Use ICT effectively to support learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking account of pupils’ interests and language and cultural backgrounds
Advise on appropriate deployment and use of specialist aid/resources/equipment
Support for the school
Comply with and assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils
Take the initiative as appropriate to develop appropriate multi-agency approaches to supporting pupils
Recognise own strengths and areas of specialist expertise and use these to lead, advise and support others
Deliver out of school learning activities within guidelines established by the school
Contribute to the identification and execution of appropriate out of school learning activities which consolidate and extend work carried out in class
Line management responsibilities where appropriate
Manage other teaching assistants
Liaise between managers/teaching staff and teaching assistants
Hold regular team meetings with managed staff
Represent teaching assistants at teaching staff/management/other appropriate meetings
Undertake recruitment/induction/appraisal/training/mentoring for other teaching assistants
All employees have the responsibility to:
Ensure any documentation produced is to a high standard and is in line with the brand style
Be aware and comply with all policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
Participate in training and other learning activities as required
Participate in the school/academy Performance Management process
Provide appropriate guidance and supervision and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate
To promote the area of responsibility within the school/academy and beyond
To represent the school/academy at events as appropriate
To support and promote the school/academy ethos
To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required that are covered by the general scope of the post
To undertake any other reasonable duties at the request of the Chief Executive Officer and Headteacher
All post holders must comply with The Dean Trust professional standards for leaders and managers. The job description will be reviewed as necessary as part of the Performance Management process and is subject to modification and amendment at any time after consultation with the post holder
.
Person Specification
Experience
Experience of working with children of relevant age
Qualifications, knowledge and training requirements
Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience
Excellent numeracy/literacy skills – equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths
Training in relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy
Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. bi-lingual, sign language, ICT
Knowledge/skills
Can use ICT effectively to support learning
Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation
Working knowledge and experience of implementing national/foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies
Good understanding of child development and learning processes
Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching
Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team
Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these
SEN Payband
TAs appointed to jobs carrying the SEN addition must be prepared to carry out duties that include:
Dealing with complex behaviour/emotional needs
Dealing with complex physical, care and personal needs, including lifting and handling
Support complex sensory needs
Attend appropriate in service training as required to address the complex needs of the pupils
Communicate with parents/cares and other professionals around complex issues/needs
Be aware that the job may require TAs to work in difficult and challenging conditions arising from anti-social, difficult behaviour or medical conditions