Vacancy

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

PHOENIXPLACE - Specialist Independent School for Girls, Camberwell

Pay dependent upon experience:

Grade 5: (£23,957 - £25,634 FTE), Term Time (£16,438 - £17,588)

30hrs pw (8.30am-4.00pm Tues - Fri) 4 days pw, Term time only

JOB OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at PhoenixPlace, Camberwell. PhoenixPlace is a specialist independent school (established 2014) for girls with complex social, emotional, educational and attachment difficulties.

Rated as a ‘Good’ school from Ofsted, we provide education, nurture and support across key stages 3 and 4 and are looking for a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and growing school. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Work under the direction and supervision of the SEN Lead, Head of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TL&A, and/or allocated teacher to plan and prepare work to deliver lessons to small groups or intervention sessions
Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

HLTA qualification or commitment to undergo training after probationary period
NVQ L3 or equivalent qualification or experience
GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
Empathy and understanding of students needs
Ability to maintain a professional manner in challenging situations.
Experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (essential)
A proven ability to work on their own initiative.
A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
A ‘can-do’ attitude.
A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school
(see full Job Description and person specification on website)

WHAT WE OFFER:

The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
Good opportunities for personal and career development.
Pension Scheme.
Free access to employee assistance programme.
Benenden HealthCare

This school is located in the heart of Camberwell with excellent transport links and is close to an underground station on zone 2.

If you are interested in this opportunity please download and complete the application form (providing references) and return as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement

PhoenixPlace is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. all posts are subject to a Safer Recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

Professional references will be sought prior to commencement of this post.