Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Primary
Location: The Element Primary Designated Provision, St George's Road, Wallasey CH45 6TU
Responsible To: Head of The Element
Salary Grade: Band G, scale point 19-24
Contract: This is a permanent contract, 36 hours a week, 39 weeks per year (term-time plus Inset Days, holidays to be taken in non-term time).
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 27th January 2025 at 12.00pm

Join Us in Making a Difference!
Imagine joining a progressive learning organisation where innovation, respect, and courage come together to build an inclusive learning environment for young people overcoming challenges. At The Element, as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you'll inspire and empower students to break through barriers and realise their full potential. Working in a community guided by Gospel values, you'll help foster a positive and supportive atmosphere.

We are seeking a passionate HLTA to play a key role in integrating Rhythmic Movement Training (RMT) into our curriculum. No prior experience with RMT is required - comprehensive training will be provided to the right candidate.

You must be a dedicated professional who:
- Wants to be part of a team who creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for young people to thrive.
- Can put Relational Practice at the heart of everything they do.
- Shows kindness and compassion towards the neurodiverse needs of our young people.
- Has empathy and patience and remains calm in difficult situations.
- Possess a 'can-do' attitude.
- Can work in a primary setting.
- Shows willingness to support pupils with social and emotional learning and in a range of subjects including Mathematics and English.
- Collaborates effectively with a range of stakeholders including parents, staff and students.
- Is committed to their own professional development and growth.
Key responsibilities:
To complement teachers' delivery of the curriculum in The Element primary designated provision and contribute to the development of other support staff.
To work both independently and collaboratively with teaching staff, parents and pupils in the delivery of Rhythmic Movement Training.
To deliver learning and therapeutic intervention to individuals, small groups and whole classes as and when required within agreed systems of supervision.
To provide support for pupils, the teacher and the Inclusion Team in order to raise standards of achievement for all.
To be a strong advocate for relational practice whilst supporting and empowering our neurodiverse students to be the best version of themselves.
To encourage our neurodiverse pupils to thrive and develop emotional resilience preparing them for the demands of an ever changing society.

What we offer:
- An exciting opportunity within a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) that leads a cutting-edge Teaching School Hub.
- High-level training and mentoring.
- Clear career progression opportunities, including roles in system leadership.
- A supportive and caring environment focused on well-being and work-life balance.
- Inclusion in school-wide and MAT-wide initiatives that aim for ambitious outcomes while valuing each individual's contribution.
We are committed to safeguarding young people, and all applicants will undergo a comprehensive online search and DBS clearance.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and YouTube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application.

The Trust is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability,
marital status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief,
sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or pregnancy/maternity. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.

How to apply:
Please send a covering letter and completed application form, addressed to Mr P McColgan, Director of Inclusion, to recruitment@hfcmat.com. For more details, visit the 'Vacancies' section on our website: Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust - Home Page (hfcmat.com)
If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.