Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus in Hounslow is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting ASAP to support a Year 1 class. You will assist the class teacher with lessons, deliver targeted interventions, and cover classes when needed.

The school values inclusive education, strong behaviour, and a nurturing environment, offering opportunities to contribute to pupils' development and literacy/numeracy progress.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Experience covering classes in the teacher's absence.
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Year 1 class teacher with lesson delivery, classroom management, and daily learning activities.
• Deliver targeted interventions to small groups of pupils to support progress in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Cover classes in the teacher's absence, ensuring continuity of learning and effective classroom management.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils, including those requiring additional support.
• Promote positive behaviour, pupil engagement, and an inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and communicate effectively with teachers and other staff.

Skills

HLTA experience

Class coverage

Curriculum knowledge

Interventions delivery

Education

Enhanced DBS with Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Hounslow
Contract: Full-time
Salary: 108 - 125 per day, depending on experience

About the role and school

Teach Plus is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a full-time position at a welcoming primary school in Hounslow, starting ASAP. This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role will involve supporting a Year 1 class, assisting the class teacher with daily lessons, delivering targeted interventions to small groups of pupils, and covering classes in the teacher's absence. The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will play a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, confidence, and development within a nurturing primary school environment.

The school is a well-established, community-focused primary school in the London Borough of Hounslow, catering for pupils from a diverse range of backgrounds. The school promotes an inclusive and supportive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on positive behaviour, pupil engagement, and high expectations for achievement. The leadership team is committed to providing a broad and engaging curriculum, ensuring pupils receive the support they need to develop essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive classroom atmosphere where children feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunity would suit a proactive, confident, and adaptable education professional who enjoys working with younger pupils and can take responsibility for leading learning activities when required. The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to pupils' development in Year 1, while gaining valuable experience in lesson delivery, small-group interventions, and class cover. If you are an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in Hounslow, this could be an excellent next step in your education career.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Year 1 class teacher with lesson delivery, classroom management, and daily learning activities.
• Deliver targeted interventions to small groups of pupils to support progress in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Cover classes in the teacher's absence, ensuring continuity of learning and effective classroom management.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils, including those requiring additional support.
• Promote positive behaviour, pupil engagement, and an inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress, provide constructive feedback, and communicate effectively with teachers and other members of staff.

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or in a similar role
• Experience covering classes in the teacher's absence
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK