Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). Job in Harrow Education & Training Jobs

EDEX; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern educational institution based in Harrow is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start in September 2025. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting students across various year groups, including those with special educational needs. Ideal candidates will have a degree of 1st Class or 2:1 level and strong experience in education. This position offers a competitive daily rate ranging from £130 to £170 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are necessary for engaging with students and teachers.
• A degree is ideal for this educational role.
• Previous experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant is very desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned PPA cover lessons to students.
• Support students across all year groups and abilities.
• Work with students with mild SEN, including ASD and ADHD.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Passionate about education

Experience in education

Education

Degree at 1st Class or 2:1 level

Job description

Overview

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

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

The school would like to interview applicants as soon as this week. If you think this role is the perfect fit, read on to find out more.

What you'll be doing

• 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 such as PSHE, RE, and Music
• Supporting 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 a good opportunity for an aspiring teacher to gain classroom experience while also gaining insight into SEN support. It is also suitable for a teaching assistant or cover supervisor seeking a step up and upskilling opportunities — apply if you are looking to progress.

Job Description

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Salary: 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

Person Specification

• Degree at 1st Class or 2:1 level would be 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 focused on developing the 'whole child'
• Modern, purpose-built building
• Teachers and TAs are given autonomy in the classroom and encourage semi-independent learning
• Consistently among the top primary schools in Harrow
• Led by a dedicated Exec Headteacher
• Supportive environment where colleagues look out for each other

If you're interested in hearing more about the Person Specification for the 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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