Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Access to roles across London

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Raynes Park, Merton. The HLTA will support high-quality teaching, deliver interventions, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and assist with SEND, behaviour, and classroom management.

The role is open to experienced HLTAs and Level 6 Teaching Assistants with a recognised qualification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 6 HLTA or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as TA/HLTA in a primary school.
• Experience delivering interventions and supporting pupil progress.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead learning activities and interventions.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Deliver SEND support and assist with behaviour and classroom management.
• Collaborate with class teachers on planning and assessment.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Pupil support

Education

Level 6 HLTA qualification

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

Job description

QUALIFIED HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Raynes Park, Merton. The school is diverse and inclusive, with a strong commitment to supporting pupils with a range of abilities and needs. The successful HLTA will support high-quality teaching and learning, deliver targeted interventions, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and assist with SEND, behaviour, and classroom management.

The role is open to experienced HLTAs and Level 6 Teaching Assistants with a recognised qualification or equivalent.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location: Raynes Park, Merton
• Position: Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Type of Work: Supporting and leading learning, delivering interventions, 1:1 and small-group support, SEND support, and behaviour/classroom management
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract Type: Full Time
• Rate of Pay: GBP115 - GBP145 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Hours: 8:15am - 3:45pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Recognised Level 6 Teaching Assistant, HLTA, education, childcare or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience as a TA, HLTA, SEN TA or Learning Support Assistant in a primary school
• Experience supporting or leading learning activities with individuals, small groups and whole classes
• Experience delivering targeted interventions and supporting pupil progress
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs and SEMH
• Ability to work effectively with class teachers and contribute to planning, preparation, assessment and pupil progress
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training desirable
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication, organisational, interpersonal and behaviour management skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and provide consistent support

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the online update service
• Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years
• Hold a recognised Level 6 or equivalent relevant education qualification

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all necessary safeguarding and vetting checks.

PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER:

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications
• Access to teaching and support roles across London
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to training and safeguarding support