Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a range of schools. You will support teaching and learning across year groups, deliver planned activities and cover classes when needed.

The ideal candidate has HLTA status or equivalent, is reliable, adaptable and a strong communicator who can foster an inclusive, engaging classroom and work closely with teachers, SENCOs and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience as a TA or HLTA in school settings.
• Ability to support learning across age groups and subjects.
• Reliable, adaptable and well organised.
• Confident managing behaviour and leading learning activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork with staff.

Responsibilities

• Delivering planned lessons and activities.
• Covering classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Supporting pupils’ learning, progress and development.
• Delivering targeted interventions in small groups.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborating with teachers and SENCOs on planning and assessment.

Skills

HLTA

Teaching Assistant

Team player

Strong communicator

Behaviour management

Education

HLTA status

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Long-Term & Flexible Supply

September 2026 Starts Competitive Pay Local Opportunities

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your education career?

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join a range of schools and educational settings.

The Role

As an HLTA, you will support teaching and learning across the school, working with pupils individually, in small groups or with whole classes.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities.
• Covering classes in the absence of the class teacher.
• Supporting pupils’ learning, progress and development.
• Working with individuals and small groups to deliver targeted interventions.
• Supporting behaviour, engagement and classroom management.
• Adapting resources to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Supporting teachers with planning, preparation and assessment.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and wider school staff.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Experienced working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA.
• Confident supporting learning across a range of subjects and age groups.
• Reliable, adaptable and organised.
• Confident managing behaviour and leading learning activities.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

Relevant qualifications and experience are desirable, with HLTA status or equivalent experience advantageous.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.