Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics; Dartford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Local schools access

Job summary

Academics is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support primary schools in Dartford and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible supply work across a range of settings, with PPA cover and pupil progress interventions.

You will adapt to different classes, maintain positive classroom environments, and collaborate with teachers to ensure continuity of learning while benefiting from a local consultant and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• HLTA with proven experience in primary settings.
• Confident, reliable and adaptable in busy environments.
• Strong behaviour management and pupil progression focus.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across primary school settings.
• Deliver engaging activities and pupil interventions.
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups.
• Cover classes and PPA when required.
• Work with staff to ensure continuity of learning and a positive classroom.
• Adapt quickly to different schools and year groups.

Skills

HLTA experience

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Relationship building

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Dartford

Location: Dartford, Kent

Contract: Full/Part Time - Flexible Supply

Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a flexible HLTA role that fits around your availability? We are working with a number of primary schools in the area that are always on the look out for HLTA's to support them on a supply basis.

Whether you're looking for regular work, occasional days, or the flexibility to choose when you work, supply offers the perfect opportunity to gain experience across different school settings while maintaining a better work-life balance.

The Role:

• Support teaching and learning across a range of primary school settings


• Deliver engaging activities and interventions to support pupil progress


• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups


• Cover classes and provide PPA cover when required


• Work alongside class teachers and school staff to ensure continuity of learning


• Create a positive, well-managed classroom environment


• Adapt quickly to different schools, year groups and classroom environments

What We're Looking For:

• Experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)


• Confident, reliable and adaptable


• Strong behaviour management skills


• Passionate about supporting pupil progress


• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff


• Comfortable working across different primary school settings


• Available for flexible supply work

Why Join Academics?

• Flexible work to suit your availability


• Choose when and where you work


• Competitive daily pay (weekly)


• Opportunities for regular and ad-hoc work


• Supportive local schools


• Dedicated consultant


• Potential for longer‑term opportunities

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