High level Teaching Assistant

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School; Islington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a fixed term position starting in September 2025. The role involves supporting students, particularly those with SEND, and contributing to a vibrant school community committed to high academic standards and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Engage with a range of enrichment activities.

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Scale: SO1

Required for September 2025 (or to start from our ‘rollover’ period on 16th June 2025)

1 Year fixed term

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic colleague to join a popular, high performing, 11-16, inner city comprehensive school, situated in the vibrant and cosmopolitan area of Angel, North London. Every year we have students who leave us with top grades in all their subjects, showing that our students can and do achieve as highly as students anywhere else in the country. This is a testament to all our staff and their ability to encourage and nurture talent.

EGA is an inclusive school, committed to meeting the needs of all students including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Through our broad curriculum, strong pastoral care, robust interventions and high expectations, we equip our students with SEND to become confident, successful learners who make excellent progress.

EGA is a stimulating place to work. Set in an impressive building with second to none facilities, we follow a rigorous academic curriculum and provide an exceptional learning environment for all students. We expect both students and staff to engage with the wide range of enrichment activities on offer.

EGA has so much to offer energetic and inspirational teachers – our staff praise our CPD and career development opportunities, the strong support network and our sense of community. This is an exciting time to join us in making a difference to the life chances of our students.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 at 09.00am

Interviews: Thursday 5th June 2025

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

We reserve the right to consider applications prior to the closing date.

Please follow link for our school safeguarding policy

https://www.egaschool.co.uk/258/policies