Higher Leve; Teaching Assistant. Job in Croydon Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a long-term role. You'll deliver lessons, manage classroom activities, and support students with diverse needs, fostering a positive educational environment while benefiting from a caring leadership team and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Long-term opportunity in a well-respected secondary school

Opportunities for further training and development

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial experience in a secondary school role.
• Strong behavior management skills.
• Good understanding of the secondary curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons and support students in a dynamic learning environment.
• Assist with classroom management and pupil progress.
• Cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Communication

Organisational Skills

Engagement and Motivation

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Secondary School Croydon
Pay: £110 £120 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Long-term, Full-time
Start Date: Immediate Start

About the Role:
An excellent secondary school in Croydon is looking for a dedicated and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to support students in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment while playing a key role in delivering high-quality education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver lessons and learning activities to small groups or whole classes, as planned by the teacher.
• Provide targeted support to students with a range of academic and additional needs.
• Assist with classroom management and help maintain a positive learning environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff to support planning, assessment, and pupil progress.
• Cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher when required.
• Contribute to the wider school community and pastoral care of students.

Requirements:

• HLTA qualification or substantial experience in a similar role within a secondary school.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to engage and motivate students.
• A good understanding of the secondary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rate: £110 £120.
• Long-term opportunity in a well-respected secondary school.
• Supportive staff and leadership team.
• Opportunities for further training and development.

How to Apply:
If you re a proactive and enthusiastic HLTA ready to make a real impact in secondary education, we d love to hear from you! Please send your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed).

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.