Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We are a small school with a big heart situated in the heart of the East Sussex Countryside, close to Uckfield, Buxted, Heathfield and Crowborough. We pride ourselves in being a school that nurtures children's individuality and on our church distinctiveness, that pervades through our mission statement, 'St Mark's, with the love of Jesus, will give us wings to fly.' We believe that nurture is the basis for academic success.

We are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly and welcoming staff team. Working 3 days a week, the role will include whole class and group teaching, interventions and cover for PPA. This will include working alongside the class teachers to understand what support is required. We would like somebody who is able to model a positive attitude to the children with a good understanding of the wide range of primary curriculum subjects.

We are looking for someone with:

• Good communication skills with children and adults
• The ability to be flexible and to use their own initiative
• Proficiency in basic maths and English skills
• The ability to use ICT effectively
• A love of learning
• Achievement of the Professional Standards for Higher Level Teaching Assistants or able to demonstrate equivalent experience as approved by the Head teacher

We can offer you:

• A nurturing and caring working environment
• Responsive and enthusiastic pupils
• A dedicated and supportive staff who are committed to raising standards
• The opportunity to make a difference
• A commitment to continuing professional development for all

You will have oversight of the work of teaching assistants and midday supervisory assistants. You will be a point of contact for families and support with our commitment to parental engagement. As part of your induction, you will be trained as designated safeguarding lead.

The working pattern for this role is Wednesday to Friday, 8:30 to 15:30.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.