Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Springfield Primary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, community school which is aspiring to be outstanding and play a pivotal role in contributing to the improvement of teaching and learning at KS1 or KS2 which is a school priority.

Are you an inspirational KS1 or KS2 practitioner who is passionate about facilitating children to be the very best they can be and learn without limits?

Do you have the skills and drive to be an outstanding school leader?

Do you have the ability to empower pupils and staff to achieve high standards?

The successful applicant must have the energy, enthusiasm and determination to support us in our drive towards Springfield being an Outstanding school.

What we would like:

*someone who is an outstanding HLTA or has the capacity to become one.

*someone who can inspire and motivate children and adults.

*someone who is enthusiastic and caring.

*someone with good subject knowledge and understanding of KS1 or 2 and supporting children with SEND needs or are disadvantaged.

*someone who has effective communication skills.

*someone who can effectively lead a team of LSA’s & LSP’s

We can offer you:

*Extremely well-mannered children that demonstrate an enthusiasm for learning.

* A friendly, hardworking team of staff committed to raising standards.

*An opportunity to be part of a highly supporting strategic leadership team.

*Excellent coaching and opportunities for professional and career development.

*A welcoming and supportive Governing Body.

Unfortunately, school visits will be not be available due to risk assessment for COVID-19 but school staff are happy to answer any questions about the position and our school and would also recommend looking at our school website.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role.

This post requires a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

Application Packs are available from and should be returned to Sue Ross, 0121 559 1333 or   sue.ross@springfield.sandwell.sch.uk.  Alternatively you can download an application form below.

Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.

If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there.

Hours:  32.5hrs per week, Term Time

Location:  Springfield Primary School, Dudley Road, Rowley Regis, B65 8JY

Grade:  Band E, SCP 18-25, £24,982 - £29,577 p.a - Actual Salary £19,580 - £23,381 p.a.

Closing Date: Wednesday 19th May 2021 @ 12:00 noon

Shortlisting:  Monday 24th May 2021

Interview Date: Provisionally Thursday 10^th June 2021