Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Prendergast Ladywell School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prendergast Ladywell School in London is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our SEN resource base on a fixed-term, full-time basis. You will deliver targeted academic and pastoral support to pupils with identified SEN needs, and work closely with the SENDCo and teaching staff to raise achievement.

The successful candidate will meet HLTA standards or have an equivalent qualification, have experience with 11–16-year-olds, strong numeracy and literacy, and a commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• Met HLTA standards or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience working with children aged 11–16 in a learning environment.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills and the ability to use ICT effectively to advance pupils' learning.
• A good understanding of child development, learning processes and statutory frameworks relating to teaching.
• The ability to relate well to children and adults, building successful relationships with respect and consideration.
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, raising educational achievement and challenging stereotyped views.
• The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions and support pupils with SEN.
• Support students in class and create a purposeful learning environment.
• Monitor progress and adapt activities to individual needs.
• Collaborate with SENDCo and base staff to plan inclusive learning.

Skills

HLTA standards

Experience with 11-16

Numeracy & literacy (NVQ2)

ICT for learning

Child development understanding

Teamwork and collaboration

Inclusion and raising achievement

Education

NVQ Level 2 equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Prendergast Ladywell School

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/PLS/21546

Location: Manwood Road, Brockley, Lewisham, Greater London, SE4 1SA

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £32,399.00 - £33,373.00 Annually (Actual)

Scale: 6 (point 18 - 20) £37,509 - £38,637 pro-rata

Hours Per Week: 35

Weeks Per Year: 39

Fixed Term End Date: Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 7th Sep, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): w/c 7 September 2026

About this Role

Would you like to join a popular oversubscribed school that CARES, where Community, Ambition, Resilience, Effort and Success are valued, all within a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment?

We wish to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic person to join our SEN resource base. You will play a key role in providing targeted academic, pastoral and intervention support for pupils with identified SEN needs, which include Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Emotional and mental Health (SEMH) and ADHD.

Working closely with our SENDCo and resource base teaching staff, you will deliver targeted interventions, support students in class, and ensure every pupil receives the personalised support they need to succeed. You will also establish a purposeful learning environment, monitor pupils' progress, and promote the inclusion of all pupils in their learning activities.

The successful candidate will have:

• Met higher level teaching assistant standards, or have an equivalent qualification or experience;
• Experience of working with children aged 11 - 16 years in a learning environment;
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills (equivalent to NVQ level 2) and the ability to use ICT effectively to advance pupils' learning;
• A good understanding of child development, learning processes and statutory frameworks relating to teaching;
• The ability to relate well to children and adults, building successful relationships with respect and consideration;
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, raising educational achievement and challenging stereotyped views;
• The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities.

Prendergast Ladywell School is part of the Leathersellers' Federation of Schools; we believe that all our students can achieve excellence and that they deserve the very best teachers and resources to reach their potential. Our caring environment values achievement and we insist on tolerance and mutual respect.

You will have the opportunity to work with a forward thinking school leadership team. We provide a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new members of staff. You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.

Please note CVs are not accepted.