Level Teaching Assistant; HLTA) Behaviour

Oakwood Primary Academy is looking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Behaviour to join our friendly and supportive team.

This role is offered on a term-time only, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week (8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday)

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to children who may need a little extra support to thrive  will build positive relationships with pupils, help them overcome barriers to learning and support them to develop confidence, resilience and self-regulation. You will work alongside colleagues and families to create a positive, inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you have HLTA status, a relevant qualification such as ELSA, or equivalent relevant experience
• you have previous experience in a similar role supporting children and their behaviour, learning and wellbeing
• you are confident in implementing agreed positive behaviour management strategies consistently and effectively
• you have experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities
• you have a genuine passion about inclusion and helping children reach their potential
• you are enthusiastic, flexible and enjoy being part of a team

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of ‘
  Knowledge, Equality, Determination
  and Achievement
  ’at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact the school on  or

Obtained HLTA status, hold a desired qualification, such as ELSA, or equivalent experience essential

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent essential

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential

Ability to consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies essential

Ability to provide levels of individual attention, reassurance, and support with learning tasks, individual to the pupils' needs essential

Ability to carry out and report on systematic observations of pupils' knowledge, understanding, and skills essential

Ability to create and maintain high-quality and accurate records essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Knowledge and Understanding of the National Curriculum essential

Knowledge of strategies to recognise and reward efforts and achievements towards self-reliance that are appropriate to the age and development stage of the pupils essential

Ability to create and maintain an appropriate environment which ensures the safety of all users of the school essential

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