Higher Level Teaching Assistant

West Wycombe School are seeking a motivated and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join and extend our vibrant school community. If you are passionate about helping children thrive and confident in leading learning, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference. You will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences, support pupils’ progress, and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment where every child can succeed. If you would like more information regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact the school office on 01494 523318 and we would be delighted to discuss it with you. Our school is part of the Great Learners Trust. In joining us you will benefit from being a part of a dynamic and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust. We pride ourselves on offering high quality CPD opportunities and support structures to enable rapid career development. The vision of the Great Learners Trust and West Wycombe School is that all children in our Multi-Academy Trust are provided with excellent educational opportunities. The Great Learners Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to rigorous safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory references. Please note that applications may be considered on arrival and earlier interview dates offered.

General:

• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver learning to support the academic achievement of all pupils
• Providing feedback to pupils and the class teacher
• Taking a lead role alongside the class teacher in implementing support plans for individual pupils
• Assisting the teacher with preparing equipment / photocopying / displays

Teaching classes or groups of children:

• Planning and preparing lessons as part of PPA sessions.
• Teaching pupils according to their educational needs, including the marking of work.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils when required.
• Using available assessment data in order to identify gaps in attainment for vulnerable groups including Pupil Premium children and taking action in order to close the gaps.
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with pupils, families, external agencies and colleagues

Other duties:

• Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual pupils and of any other class or group of pupils assigned.
• Communicating and consulting with parents as required.
• Communicating and consulting with persons or bodies outside the school and participating in meetings arranged for any of the purposes described.
• Participating in arrangements made for appraisal.
• Reviewing from time to time methods of teaching and programmes of work and participating in arrangements for further training and professional development.
• Working in conjunction with all staff members to ensure a collaborative working environment.
• Maintaining high expectations of behaviour at all times.
• Participating in school meetings which relate to the curriculum, administration or organisation of the school.
• Supervising and, as far as practicable, teaching any pupils whose teacher is not available to teach.