Job Details

Hours of work: 30 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: 12.00pm on Friday 2nd September 2016

Interview date: September 2016 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Sir Henry Fermor Crowborough Hill Crowborough East Sussex TN6 2SD Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint 2 Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA).   The positions are to start as soon as possible. This is an exciting and exceptional opportunity for candidates to become fully involved in whole class teaching. We are looking for people who are confident in their abilities, to deliver learning and have impact on all pupils. 

The post is for 30 hours and will primarily be covering PPA and release time for teachers and supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will be expected to use your own initiative and plan lessons which are motivating and inspiring for our learners.

We are looking for someone who will:  - Have high expectations of pupil’s achievement and behaviour. - Feel comfortable working across the school (Yrs R-6).  - Work well within a team.  - Show a good sense of humour.  - Be a positive role model for children We can offer a highly motivated and dedicated team of staff who are committed to school improvement and the achievement for all pupils. We are staffed with caring, lively and committed professionals and can provide A supportive working environment. The school is a popular, two form entry school set in attractive surroundings. They have a dedicated and supportive staff, committed to the school and to raising standards. The pupils are well-behaved, and are keen to learn - in fact, they are a pleasure to teach.

Sir Henry Fermor Primary School is a partner to the ALTIUS Teaching School Alliance and are just entering into the TENAX Schools Trust. Working within these Outstanding Teaching Schools’ Partnerships you will receive:

Expert support and line management Access to a growing Professionals' Network Access to bespoke CPD You will be auto enrolled onto the company pension scheme Visits to the school welcomed and encouraged. Contact Info: To apply for this position or to find out more information please contact Liz James, Business manager or email.

Sir Henry Fermor Application Requirements:

- You must have the legal right to work in the UK - Any position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks - Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

Contact Details

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2009 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2009 Regulations. 

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2009 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. 

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).