Higher Level Teaching Assistant

REESON Education; Grays; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in Tooting, Wandsworth, from January 2027. The role covers PPA release, whole-class teaching across year groups, and additional classroom cover during teacher absences.

The successful candidate will support learning through targeted interventions, help maintain a positive, inclusive environment, and work closely with staff to deliver high-quality lessons.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regular PPA cover and lead whole-class teaching across primary year groups.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Whole-class teaching

National Curriculum understanding

EYFS framework understanding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School

Location: Tooting, Wandsworth, South West London
Start Date: 4th January 2027
Contract: Full-time, term time only (39 weeks)
Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Salary: £36,996.99 per annum (as advertised)

Reeson Education is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and successful primary school in Tooting, Wandsworth, from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HLTA who enjoys working across different primary year groups and has experience leading whole-class teaching, delivering PPA cover and supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and the wider school team to deliver high-quality learning experiences and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

The Role

• Deliver regular PPA cover and lead whole-class teaching across primary year groups.

• Provide additional classroom cover during teacher absences when required.

• Support teaching and learning through individual and small-group interventions.

• Work collaboratively with class teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons.

• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities.

• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and pupil independence.

• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

• Contribute to a nurturing and inclusive whole-school environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.

• Has proven experience leading whole-class teaching within a primary school.

• Has a strong understanding of the National Curriculum and EYFS framework.

• Is confident delivering lessons across different primary year groups.

• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Is enthusiastic, creative and able to motivate and inspire pupils.

• Has strong communication and organisational skills.

• Works effectively as part of a collaborative school team.

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.

• Is available to work full-time from January 2027.

What the School Offers

• A full-time, term-time-only opportunity.

• A welcoming and supportive primary school environment.

• Opportunities to work across a range of primary year groups.

• A friendly and collaborative staff team.

• Supportive senior leadership.

• Opportunities for continued professional development.

• The chance to make a positive difference to children's learning and development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA looking to secure a full-time position within a supportive primary school in Wandsworth.

Applicants must have relevant primary school experience and be confident delivering whole-class teaching and PPA cover.