Higher Level Teaching Assistant — Drive Student Learning

Company: Garforth Academy
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Essential

  • GCSE grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in Maths and English (C)
  • A recognised and relevant vocational qualification (NVQ3) as well as having or working towards the Higher‑Level Teaching Assistant qualification and/or equivalent proven practical work experience (C/A/I/R)
  • Awareness of specialist curriculum area, and proven practical application in a similar environment (A/I/R)
  • Previous experience of working effectively with young people preferably in a school setting (A/I/R)
  • Supervisory experience (A/I/R)
  • Basic knowledge of ICT (C/A)
  • Experience of implementing national curriculum and relevant strategies (A/I/R)
  • Working knowledge of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection (A/I/R)
  • Good communication skills both oral and written (A/I/R)
  • Can use ICT effectively to support learning (A/I/R)
  • Ability to build positive relationships with all stakeholders (A/I/R)
  • Ability to work constructively as part of a team (A/I/R)

Last updated31.03.2022

Desirable

  • Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work qualification (C/A)
  • Understanding of local and national teaching strategies e.g., literacy (A/I/R)

Key: C – Certificate; A – Application Form; I – Interview; R – Reference

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Posted: June 1st, 2026