Higher Level Teaching Assistant

The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence.

We are seeking to appoint a confident and well-organised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in the Primary Phase to cover classes for teachers’ PPA time.

The Primary School forms part of Hampshire’s first 4-16 All Through School and the successful applicant will join our friendly, enthusiastic and committed team.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking someone to build positive, trusting relationships with children and who brings empathy, patience and enthusiasm to their work, and who:

• Has recent experience across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 age range
• Has GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above
• Is either training towards HLTA, an HLTA qualification or higher qualification
• Has experience of working with teachers to deliver learning activities to whole classes
• Has confidence to cover absence when necessary
• Has the ability to plan, evaluate pupils' progress and adapt lesson plans when necessary
• Has experience of communicating pupil outcomes to class teachers
• Is committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil
• Is cheerful, flexible and approachable, with a good sense of humour
• Has the patience and the resourcefulness to support and inspire our children with their learning, helping to unlock their potential