Higher Level Teaching Assistant
About This Role
The HLTA will:
Teach classes to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem, wellbeing and social inclusion
Duties and
responsibilities
Teaching and learning
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to increase achievement of all pupils
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning
Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning
Planning
Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning
Plan how they will support the inclusion of pupils in the lessons (under the guidance of the class teacher & Inclusion lead)
Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals
Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers
Keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with
Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Professional development
Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness
Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school
Take part in the school’s Professional Growth procedures
Other areas of responsibility
Safeguarding & Health and Safety
Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
The HLTA will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.
Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the HLTA will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.