Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Teach-Now; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a Barnet primary school, starting September 2026. The role covers KS1–KS2, supporting pupils, assisting class teachers, and leading learning when needed.

You should have HLTA status or strong HLTA experience in a UK primary setting, with good classroom management and a proactive, adaptable approach. Enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or strong HLTA level experience in a UK primary school.
• Ability to lead groups and classes independently.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and behaviour-management skills.
• Adaptable, proactive and reliable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group and whole-class learning using teacher-prepared plans.
• Provide effective classroom cover when required.
• Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with their learning and development.
• Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy and numeracy.
• Adapt activities for pupils with different learning needs.
• Help maintain positive behaviour and an engaging classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.

Skills

HLTA experience

Group leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Behaviour management

DBS Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Barnet, United Kingdom | Posted on 24/08/2026

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Barnet

Location: Barnet, North London

Contract: Full Time, Temporary

Start Date: September 2026

Teach Now is looking for a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in Barnet from September.

This is a varied role suited to an HLTA who enjoys taking an active role in the classroom. You will work across KS1 and KS2, providing targeted pupil support, assisting class teachers and leading learning when required. You may also provide short-term class cover, deliver planned activities and work with pupils who need additional academic or SEN support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small-group and whole-class learning using teacher-prepared plans.
  
• Provide effective classroom cover when required.
  
• Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with their learning and development.
  
• Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy and numeracy.
  
• Adapt activities for pupils with different learning needs.
  
• Help maintain positive behaviour and an engaging classroom environment.
  
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.
  

What We're Looking For

• HLTA status or strong experience working at HLTA level in a UK primary school.
  
• Confidence leading groups and classes independently.
  
• Good knowledge of the primary curriculum.
  
• Strong communication and behaviour-management skills.
  
• An adaptable, proactive and reliable approach.
  
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to complete one.
  
• Right to work in the UK.
  

Pay is determined based on experience and qualifications.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

We:

Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.