High Level Teaching Assistant

London Teaching Pool, Ltd; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

London Teaching Pool, Ltd is recruiting a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school in Lewisham, South East London. The role is full-time and involves delivering pre-planned lessons, leading lessons in the teacher's absence and supporting pupils across year groups.

The school prioritises strong classroom management, clear communication and the ability to adapt to learners’ needs to drive progress academically, socially and emotionally.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent experience delivering lessons and leading classes independently.
• Ability to deliver pre-planned lessons and provide targeted interventions.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across year groups.
• Lead whole-class learning in the teacher's absence.
• Support pupil progress academically, socially and emotionally.

Skills

HLTA status or experience

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Behaviour management

Education

HLTA status or teaching assistant qualification

Job description

HLTA – based in Lewisham, South East London

HLTA – position begins November 2026

HLTA – full-time role with classroom and teaching responsibilities

HLTA – paid at a competitive daily rate (Outer London)

HLTA – role within a primary school, supporting pupils across the primary age range

HLTA – applicants should hold HLTA status or have relevant experience delivering lessons and leading classes independently

HLTA – confident supporting pupils' learning, managing classroom behaviour and delivering pre-planned lessons

If you answered yes to the above, then this HLTA role could be perfect for you!

The Role – Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We are seeking a confident, enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Lewisham from September 2025.

In this role, you will play an important part in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will be expected to deliver pre-planned lessons, lead whole-class learning in the teacher's absence, provide targeted interventions and support pupils across different year groups.

You will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team to ensure high standards of teaching and learning, helping pupils make progress academically, socially and emotionally. The ideal candidate will have strong classroom management skills, excellent communication and the confidence to adapt their approach to meet the needs of different learners.

The School – HLTA

The school is a thriving primary school located in Lewisham, South East London, catering to children across the primary age range. It prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The school is well-resourced and has a supportive leadership team that values professional development, collaboration and high-quality teaching. Located close to excellent transport links, the school is easily accessible from central London and surrounding areas.

Ofsted has commended the school for its strong focus on personal development, wellbeing and high-quality education.