Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Croydon

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive secondary school in Croydon. This full-time role offers the opportunity to support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4 and involves working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality lessons and interventions. The ideal candidate will possess an HLTA qualification, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping young people achieve their full potential.

Benefits

Positive school community

Clear pathways for professional development

Supportive leadership

Well-resourced and inclusive setting

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Confident supporting learning across a range of subjects.
• Strong communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality lessons.
• Conduct small-group interventions when needed.

Skills

Confident supporting learning across a range of subjects

Strong communication skills

Organisation skills

Behaviour management skills

Passionate about helping young people

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Croydon
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA looking to make a real impact in a thriving secondary school? We are seeking a committed professional to join our warm, welcoming, and supportive team in Croydon.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly collaborative environment where staff wellbeing, professional growth, and student success are genuinely valued. You will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality lessons, small-group interventions, and cover supervision where needed.

What We Offer:

• A positive, forward-thinking school community
• Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
• Supportive leadership and a team who work together with purpose
• A full-time, stable role within a well-resourced and inclusive setting

About You:

• HLTA qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Confident supporting learning across a range of subjects
• Strong communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential

If you are motivated, proactive, and eager to grow within a dynamic school environment, we would love to hear from you.