Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Gelliswick CiW VC Primary School
Salary: Grade 6 – £28,142 – £31,022 pro rata
Location: Gelliswick Church in Wales VC Primary School
Hours: 28.5 hours per week, term time only.
Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
About the RoleWe are seeking an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead on speech, language and interventions across the school, while also providing high‑quality classroom cover when required. This key role supports pupils to develop confidence, communication skills and a love of learning, working closely with teachers, ALNCo, external specialists and families to deliver targeted programmes that make a measurable difference to pupil progress.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, plan and deliver speech, language and communication interventions.
- Work with identified pupils on individual and small‑group programmes to support language development, social communication and early literacy.
- Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers and the ALNCo.
- Provide high‑quality class cover across the school, delivering pre‑planned lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Support pupils with ALN, following individual development plans (IDPs) and school policies.
- Work collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure consistent support for pupils.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold our values of respect, inclusion and ambition.
Qualifications and Experience
- HLTA status (or willingness to work towards it).
- Strong knowledge of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and experience delivering interventions.
- A warm, nurturing approach with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence to liaise with teachers, parents and specialists.
- The ability to lead learning independently, manage behaviour positively and maintain high expectations.
- Strong organisational skills, reliability and the ability to adapt quickly to the needs of the day.
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of every child.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Welsh language skills are desirable.
What We Offer
- A supportive, friendly and forward‑thinking staff team.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- A school community that values creativity, collaboration and the unique strengths of every child.
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