Senior Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team: Senior Teaching Assistant with HLTA Responsibilities in Kings Worthy, Winchester

Are you a motivated and nurturing individual with a great sense of humour? We are seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at a small, friendly primary school located in Kings Worthy, Winchester. This exciting role includes HLTA responsibilities, and we are keen to hear from applicants who have Level 2+ relevant qualifications. If you're passionate about continued professional development and keen to complete further qualifications while working, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role: As a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to raise the learning and attainment of children.
• Complement teachers’ delivery of our curriculum, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
• Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.
• Take on the responsibility of covering whole classes during PPA, leadership time, and short-term teacher absences.
• Provide small group teaching or 1:1 support to enable children to access the curriculum effectively.
• Use initiative to assess children's learning needs and offer effective feedback to inform teaching and provision.
• Support children individually or in groups, helping them experience success and love their learning.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is ambitious for all children to achieve and develop a love for learning.
• Holds GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics.
• Has HLTA status or a relevant qualification (though this is not essential for the right candidate).
• Can demonstrate a nurturing approach and work well as part of a team.
• Is ready to take on the challenge of working independently and using initiative in the classroom.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive daily rates from £88.23 to £110 per day.
• Working hours of 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with part-time options considered for the right person.
• A supportive team environment with colleagues who are passionate about teaching and learning.
• A lovely school atmosphere in Kings Worthy, Winchester, with a focus on nurturing both staff and pupils.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and the potential to complete further qualifications while working.

Next Steps: Once you’ve applied, we will review your application and get in touch to schedule an interview or a trial morning at the school in Kings Worthy. This gives you the opportunity to meet the team, experience the school environment firsthand, and learn more about the role.

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our wonderful team in Kings Worthy, Winchester!