Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a school in Wimbledon. The HLTA will deliver planned lessons when the class teacher is absent, support pupils across year groups, and work with teachers to create engaging learning experiences.

The ideal candidate holds HLTA status or has extensive TA experience, with strong communication and organisational skills. This is a full-time, term-time only position with immediate start, offering competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant TA experience.
• Experience in primary or secondary school settings.
• Confident leading classes and delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and activities in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils across a range of year groups and abilities.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Provide targeted interventions for individuals and small groups.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

HLTA status

TA experience

Class leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Wimbledon, South West London
£120 - £140 per day
Full-Time | Term Time Only
ASAP Start

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Required in Wimbledon

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the confidence to lead learning, support teachers, and inspire pupils to achieve their full potential?

We are currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive school in Wimbledon. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school while making a positive impact on pupils' educational journeys.

The Role

• Deliver planned lessons and activities in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils across a range of year groups and abilities.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Provide targeted interventions for individuals and small groups.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds HLTA status or has significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Has experience supporting learning within a primary or secondary school setting.
• Is confident leading classes and delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's education and development.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £120 - £140 per day.
• Full-time, term-time only position.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on pupils' learning and achievement.

Safeguarding and Compliance

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.