Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Literacy & Inclusion

Harris Academy South Norwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy South Norwood is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teachers with in-class help and targeted small-group literacy interventions. The post holder will join our inclusive team to deliver phonics and foundational literacy activities, under supervision.

We welcome experienced assistants or graduates with a strong English/literacy background who want to make a real difference in a high-performing, diverse school that values community and student progress.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications that help demonstrate evidence towards the HLTA role.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills – NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths.
• A level or equivalent to at least NQF Level 3.
• Experience with children and students with additional needs.
• Evidence of fulfilling HLTA standards or potential to fulfil them within 6 months.
• Training in literacy and learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support and targeted small-group intervention in phonics and foundational literacy.
• Work within an inclusion team under supervision.
• Support delivery of literacy and reading/writing recovery programmes.

Skills

Experience with children

Literacy intervention

Literacy recovery programmes

HLTA standards awareness

Specialist curriculum skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths

A level or equivalent (NQF Level 3)

Job description

Harris Academy South Norwood is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teachers with in-class help and targeted small-group literacy interventions. The post holder will join our inclusive team to deliver phonics and foundational literacy activities, under supervision.

We welcome experienced assistants or graduates with a strong English/literacy background who want to make a real difference in a high-performing, diverse school that values community and student progress.