Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

EdEx; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern school in Harrow is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant starting September 2025. This role involves delivering planned lessons and supporting students across all year groups, including those with special educational needs. Ideal candidates should have a strong educational background and excellent communication skills. Immediate interviews may be arranged. Competitive daily rates between £130 - £170 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in education is essential.
• Previous HLTA experience is very desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned PPA cover lessons across the school.
• Support students with mild SEN.
• Run activities during teacher's PPA time.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Passionate about education

Education

Degree at 1st Class/2:1 Level

Job description

A holistic, modern school in the heart of Harrow are on the hunt for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start September 2025.

The school have expressed that they would like to interview people as soon as this week so if you think this Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is the perfect role for you, read on to find out more!

Responsibilities

• Delivering pre planned PPA cover lessons across the school:
• Gaining valuable teaching skills and working with a variety of students and topics
• Running activities with classes while the teacher is in PPA time
• Supporting Students across all year groups
• Cover planned foundation subject lessons like; PSHE, RE, Music
• Support students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Speech and Language)
• Small Group and 1:1 work
• Using creativity and imagination to engage students with the Primary curriculum

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring teacher looking to gain experience in the classroom while also gaining a valuable insight into SEN support. Similarly, if you're a teaching assistant/cover supervisor looking for a step up and upskill yourself, please apply!

Job Details

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• 130 - 170 per day depending on experience
• September 2025 Start
• Located in the Borough of Harrow
• Delivering pre-planned PPA lessons to classes across the school

If this sounds like the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role for you apply with your CV, initial calls and trials can be arranged immediately!

Person Specification

• A degree at 1st Class/2:1 Level - Ideal
• Strong experience in education - Essential
• Strong communication skills
• Passionate about education
• Previous HLTA experience would be very desirable

School Description

• Based in the borough of Harrow
• Holistic ethos in the school - Developing the \'whole child\'
• Modern, purpose-built building
• Teachers and TAs are given a lot of autonomy in the classroom and encourage children to learn semi-independently
• Consistently at the top of the league tables for Primary Schools in Harrow
• Ran by a fantastic Exec Headteacher
• Supportive environment - everyone looks out for each other

If you're interested in hearing more about the Person Specification: Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, apply with your CV and if shortlisted your dedicated consultant will be in touch within 24 hours of applying!

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