Job Description
Summary:
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Mathematics job opportunity at a school in Haringey.
About the School:
A school in Haringey is committed to providing an inclusive and innovative learning environment for all students, with a strong focus on supporting those with special educational needs.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Mathematics to support students with special educational needs and to deliver high-quality Maths interventions. This is a key role in helping students achieve their full potential in Mathematics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting students with special educational needs, EMTAG, EAL, or who are gifted and talented
- Delivering small group Maths interventions, including Entry Level
- Managing and delivering mathematical support to students
- Assisting in the delivery of Maths lessons
- Developing methods to support students in achieving success in Maths at Key Stage Three and Key Stage Four
- Leading Maths learning groups for students with a range of abilities
- Building students' confidence in Maths
- Identifying and developing suitable pathways for students experiencing difficulty in engaging with the curriculum
- Advising staff on learning issues, especially in Maths
- Contributing to the learning and motivation of all students
- Assessing needs and developing education and pastoral support plans
- Building excellent relationships with students
- Promoting inclusion in the school
- Ensuring that students are challenged and encouraged to aim high
- Developing and maintaining relationships with parents and carers
- Working to meet the learning and behavioural needs of students
- Organising and promoting Numeracy strategies within the lower sets
- Ensuring the behaviour management system is implemented effectively
- Undertaking other duties such as clerical work, supervision, and invigilation
- Being a form tutor and supporting with administrative work
- Assisting in supervising and developing the home learning club and enrichment activities
- Attending staff meetings
- Supporting and complying with school policies on Child Protection
- Providing high-quality support on school trips and off-site learning
- Researching alternative provisions to support student learning
- Establishing productive working relationships with students
- Setting targets and providing feedback to students
- Undertaking cover lessons
- Updating faculty displays and house records
- Undertaking break duties to support the smooth running of the school
- Collaborating with primary feeder schools
- Managing the progress of Special Educational Needs within Maths across Key Stages
- Delivering SEARCH days within the school
- Setting up and developing enrichment activities within the Learning Support department and Maths faculty
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Strong subject knowledge in Mathematics
- Experience in supporting students with special educational needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to promoting inclusion and student achievement
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of a wide range of students
Preferred
- Experience with EMTAG, EAL, or gifted and talented students
- Experience in delivering small group interventions
- Experience in developing learning groups
- Experience in leading Maths support initiatives
- Experience in teacher training or professional development
- Experience in curriculum planning and delivery
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Access to professional development and training opportunities
- Generous annual leave and flexible working options
- Health and well-being support including a Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Onsite fitness sessions and a Cycle to Work scheme