High Level Teaching Assistant

TLTP Education; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TLTP Education is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school in Lewisham, starting November 2026. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils across the primary age range.

You will lead whole-class activities in the teacher's absence, provide targeted interventions and work closely with teachers to ensure progress academically, socially and emotionally. A strong classroom presence and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or relevant experience delivering lessons and leading classes independently.
• Strong classroom management, clear communication, and ability to adapt to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across the primary age range.
• Lead whole-class learning in the teacher's absence.
• Provide targeted interventions to support pupil progress.
• Support pupils across different year groups within the school.
• Collaborate with class teachers and school staff to maintain high teaching standards.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Interventions

Communication

Education

HLTA status

Job description

Key Details:

• 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

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.