Hermitage Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and are seeking to appoint a HLTA to join our dedicated team.
This appointment will be based in Hermitage Academy where we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a school that has undergone real change and is on a strong, upward trajectory.
Hermitage Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school with a rapidly growing sixth form with over 1000 students from Chester-le-Street and the surrounding areas.
You will support and assist teachers to raise standards of our student’s achievement. This will include planning and delivering learning activities and lessons as required across the school and provide cover for PPA. You will also work closely with our pastoral team providing appropriate support to our students.
Our vision is simple and is shared by all schools across the North East Learning Trust family. It is that every child experiences excellence every day.
We are committed to:
- A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
- A positive and caring ethos
- An excellent learning environment and resources
- A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
- A supportive and effective governing body
We can offer:
- National Terms and Conditions of Employment (NJC Green Book)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential advice and counselling service 24/7 365 days per year
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Certificate (NVQ4)
- Have experience of delivering learning activities in the classroom
- Have experience of working with children
- Have excellent ICT skills to effectively to support learning
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible approach to work
Deadline: 5th June 2022
Interviews taking place week commencing 13th June 2022.
How to apply:
Application packs can be downloaded from our website.
Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to [email protected] or by post to Samantha Lish, Support Service Manager, Hermitage Academy, Waldridge Lane, Chester le Street, Co. Durham, DH2 3AD. Please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.