Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time position at a primary school in Waltham Forest, London, starting in January 2026. The role involves collaborating with teachers to plan and deliver lessons, covering lessons during teacher release time, and supporting all children in their educational development. The school offers a supportive and creative environment with opportunities for teacher training in September 2026. Competitive daily salary ranging from £110 to £160.

Benefits

Teacher training opportunities

Supportive working environment

Creative curriculum

Qualifications

• Ideally hold the HLTA qualification or a relevant education degree.
• More than 1 year of experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience as an HLTA or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver lessons and learning activities across EYFS, KS1 & KS2.
• Cover lessons during PPA and release time.
• Support teaching and learning activities across the school.

Skills

Collaborative lesson planning

Support in teaching and learning activities

Experience with SEN

Education

HLTA qualification or relevant education degree

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Primary School

Academics is working with a fantastic primary school in Waltham Forest, London, looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full‑time role starting in January 2026.

This 2‑Form Entry school can offer teacher training for September 2026 for those aspiring to develop as a primary teacher.

Key Information
Location: Waltham Forest, London
Start: January 2026
Salary: £110‑160 per day
Contract: Full‑time
Teacher training available

As an HLTA you will collaborate with teachers to plan, deliver lessons and learning activities across EYFS, KS1 & KS2. You will cover lessons during PPA and release time and support teaching and learning activities to help all children achieve their individual educational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver lessons and learning activities across EYFS, KS1 & KS2.
• Cover lessons during PPA and release time.
• Support teaching and learning activities across the school.
• Facilitate a personalised and aspirational education for children in small groups or one‑to‑one settings.
• Support the delivery of a bespoke, creative curriculum.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally hold the HLTA qualification or a relevant education degree.
• More than 1 year of experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience as an HLTA or similar role.
• Experience covering classes or delivering interventions.
• Experience working with SEN and all abilities.

What the School Offers

• Great working environment with friendly children.
• Exciting and creative curriculum.
• Committed to developing and supporting staff.
• Dedicated teaching and support team and SLT.
• Forward‑thinking, well‑resourced school with great facilities.
• Teacher training.

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