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21 hours per week (days and times to be agreed) (TTO 39 weeks)
Start date: TBC

If you’d like to work in a dynamic and caring school where your well-being and continuing professional development is of great importance, then Penwortham could be the school for you.

We are looking for an excellent, enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA to join our great school and work alongside our wonderful team of teachers and pupils.  We are looking for someone who will provide cover to support class teachers while they provide Catch Up support for pupils. 

Our children and school community are looking forward to appointing an experienced HLTA who will have:  

•    BA Honours Degree and proven experience as a HLTA or holds the HLTA qualification with a proven track record of planning and delivering lessons 

•    the skills, patience and confidence to help key groups of children overcome their barriers to learning

•    the ability to support children in whole school activities 

•    excellent numeracy, literacy and IT skills 

•    personal and professional qualities to be a positive role model and work enthusiastically and effectively as part of a team

•    Strong behaviour management

•    excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills 

•    a sound understanding of the importance of lesson planning, target setting and learning objectives which contribute towards the progression in learning for all our pupils.

•    the ability to demonstrate a commitment to the wellbeing and safeguarding of children.

•    Firm, but fair attitude with a good sense of humour and fun

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please call Clair Varrow our Senior Admin Officer on 020 8769 3949 to book a visit.

For further information or if you have any queries, kindly contact Luisa or Julie on the above number.  

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed application forms should be returned to the school ideally by email to: jobs@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk; or by post to: Penwortham Primary School, Penwortham Road, Streatham, London SW16 6RJ.  

Closing Date: September 12th 2024 (Midday)
Interview date: September 17th 2024

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This post is not exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, a soft online presence check and an overseas police check if applicable.

CV’s will not be accepted

PENWORTHAM PRIMARY SCHOOL                
Penwortham Road, London SW16 6RJ
Tel: 020 8769 3949
Fax: 020 8677 5354
Email: admin@penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.penwortham.wandsworth.sch.uk
Head: Sandie Andrews
Roll: (646) – Group 4

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils