Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

TeacherActive; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is looking for an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a friendly primary school in Medway starting September 2025. This role involves delivering lessons, managing small group interventions, and ensuring inclusion and well-being for all students. With opportunities for professional development and trainer support, it’s a great chance to make a real impact in children's education.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Supportive and collaborative staff team

A dedicated consultant for support during placement

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Recent experience working within a UK primary school.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Deliver planned lessons and lead small group interventions.
• Cover classes when needed.

Skills

Confidence in leading whole class sessions

Excellent communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Education

Relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

South East / Temporary / £100 - 130 per day

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Medway.

We are currently seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the team from September 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who is passionate about making a difference in children's education. The successful HLTA will support across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering planned lessons, leading small group interventions, and covering classes when needed.

School offers:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who are keen to learn
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A strong focus on inclusion and wellbeing

Ideal candidate:

• Hold a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent
• Recent experience working within a UK primary school
• Confidence in leading whole class sessions in the teacher's absence
• Flexible, proactive, and able to use initiative
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills

We offer:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Opportunities to register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services