High Level Teaching Assistant in Lewisham)

TLTP Group; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate (Outer London)

Job summary

TLTP Group is seeking a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Lewisham. The role starts September 2025 and requires delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils across the primary age range.

You will lead class learning in the teacher's absence, provide targeted interventions, and work with teachers to maintain high standards of teaching, behaviour management and progress for all learners.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or relevant experience delivering lessons and leading classes independently.
• Ability to deliver pre-planned lessons across year groups.
• Strong classroom management and effective communication with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across classes.
• Lead whole-class learning in the teacher's absence.
• Provide targeted interventions for pupils.
• Support pupils across year groups.
• Collaborate with teachers to monitor progress.

Skills

Deliver pre-planned lessons

Lead whole-class learning

Provide targeted interventions

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Education

HLTA status or equivalent experience

Job description

HLTA

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

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.