Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a full-time, term-time position in Islington, North London. The ideal candidate will work closely with academic staff to support teaching and learning, mentor junior teaching assistants, and assist in curriculum planning. This role requires effective communication and organizational skills, along with relevant qualifications and prior experience in an educational context.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar academic support role.
• Confidence in leading small group teaching and supporting diverse learners.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced academic support in lectures, labs, seminars, and/or tutorials.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development discussions and course evaluations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Pay: 110- 120 per day

Full-time/ Term Time only

Islington, North London

As an HLTA, you will work closely with academic staff to support teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as mentor junior teaching assistants. You may also lead small group sessions, deliver tutorials under guidance, assist in curriculum planning, and help ensure students are supported both academically and personally.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Role:

• Provide advanced academic support in lectures, labs, seminars, and/or tutorials
• Deliver or co-deliver lessons or learning activities under lecturer supervision
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of teaching materials and assessments
• Mentor and coordinate the work of Teaching Assistants and student support staff
• Monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Support students with diverse needs, including SEND or ESL learners (if applicable)
• Contribute to curriculum development discussions and course evaluations
• Support administrative duties related to teaching and assessment

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar academic support role
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Confidence in leading small group teaching and supporting diverse learners
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required
• A relevant HLTA qualification

If you're interested in this Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, please contact Alexandra Mayhew-Lewis at Veritas Education

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'