Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a full-time role at a Primary school in Southwark, starting in September and lasting until July 2026. The position involves supporting students, particularly those with Special Educational Needs, by delivering targeted interventions and occasionally leading classes. This role is ideal for proactive individuals who are passionate about fostering student development and making a meaningful impact in the classroom.

Benefits

Valuable experience leading full classes

Access to teaching resources

Meaningful connections with pupils and staff

Rewards for making a difference

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
• Skilled in delivering targeted intervention in Maths and English.
• Ability to lead a class when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small group and 1:1 intervention sessions including Maths and English.
• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Proactivity

Flexibility

Passion for supporting student progress

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

We are currently seeking a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a rewarding role starting in September, at a well-established Primary school in Southwark and will continue on a full-time basis until July 2026.

This position involves delivering targeted intervention support in Maths and English, as well as occasionally leading the class in the teacher's absence.
You will be required to support children with Special Educational Needs within their ARP, and tailoring activities to best support their needs.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, flexible, and passionate about supporting student progress across both core subjects and the wider curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver small group and 1:1 intervention session including Maths and English.
• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons.
• Lead the class when required, ensuring
• Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment

Benefits of the role:

• Gain valuable experience leading full classes, ideal for those considering teacher training
• Work closely with pupils and staff, developing meaningful connections in the school community
• Benefit from the school's teaching resources and materials to aid in lesson planning and student support
• Feel the reward of making a difference every day, as you help students overcome challenges and achieve their potential

Why Horizon Teachers:

• Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers.
• We can help you find permanent, long-term, and flexible roles in the Education sector
• Easy registration process via online link and a video consultation
• Earn up to 300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.