Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics; Croydon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Croydon is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teachers, deliver engaging activities and help pupils reach their academic and personal potential. Based in Croydon, the role offers opportunities to lead small-group sessions, monitor progress and contribute to an inclusive classroom while pursuing ongoing education and training.

The position provides a supportive school environment with chances to take on greater responsibility and to make a genuine

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching assistant or classroom support role is desirable.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Lead small-group and targeted learning sessions.
• Provide individual support to pupils who require additional assistance.
• Help monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessment.
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and families.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom support

Communication

Organisational skills

Behaviour management

Job description

HLTA

Location: Croydon

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Croydon, helping pupils achieve their academic and personal potential.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver engaging learning activities, provide targeted pupil support and contribute to a positive classroom environment.

Based in Croydon, this role offers the opportunity to take on responsibility within the classroom while developing your professional skills through ongoing education and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Lead small-group and targeted learning sessions.
• Provide individual support to pupils who require additional assistance.
• Help monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessment.
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and families.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging classroom environment.

About You

We are looking for a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is passionate about education and committed to helping pupils succeed. Previous experience in a teaching assistant or classroom support role is desirable, alongside strong communication and organisational skills.

You will have access to ongoing education and training, allowing you to strengthen your classroom practice and develop professionally.

Why Join Us?

• A rewarding role supporting pupils in Croydon.
• Opportunities for professional development and education and training.
• A supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunities to take on greater responsibility within the classroom.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.
• If you are an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Location: Croydon
Setting: School

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.