Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in education is seeking a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time, long-term role in a supportive primary school in Putney. The position involves delivering lessons, supporting SEN pupils, and collaborating with school staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational and communication skills and experience across primary age groups. This opportunity promises professional development within an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience across primary year groups.
• Confident delivering lessons and leading groups independently.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning across all year groups.
• Delivering planned lessons in the absence of teachers.
• Assisting with SEN support for pupils.

Skills

Teaching Support

Lesson Delivery

SEN Support

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Hours

8:20am - 3:40pm Monday to Friday

Contract

Full Time Long Term (Full Academic Year)

Reeson Education is working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Putney seeking a dedicated and experienced HLTA to join their team from November 2025. This is a full-time, long-term role for the remainder of the academic year.

The Role

• Supporting teaching and learning across all year groups
• Delivering planned lessons in the absence of teachers and supporting small groups or individual pupils
• Assisting with SEN support, ensuring pupils can access the curriculum
• Supporting assessment, record-keeping, and pupil progress tracking
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and school leadership

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Experience across primary year groups
• Confident delivering lessons and leading groups independently
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN desirable
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to pupil development

The School Offers

• A supportive, friendly, and collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Clear leadership structure and guidance
• Inclusive and nurturing environment for pupils and staff alike

Apply Now: If you are a qualified HLTA with experience across the primary age range and are ready to commit to a long-term role, please send your CV to to be considered.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%