HLTA

Amarval Partners Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent location near the station

Full-time, Monday to Friday

In-school training & professional dev

Exchange ideas with experienced staff

KS1/KS2 classroom experience

Career progression in education

Job summary

Amarval Partners Ltd is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Redbridge primary school on a full-time, ongoing basis.

The HLTA will support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2, deliver pre-planned lessons, and lead classroom activities while collaborating with teachers and year group leaders to ensure pupils stay engaged and motivated.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent
• Experience working in primary school environments across KS1/KS2
• DBS check on Update Service or willingness to apply

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across Early Years, KS1 and KS2
• Lead whole-class activities and manage the classroom independently when required
• Support teaching and learning in collaboration with teachers and subject leaders
• Adapt activities to meet diverse pupil needs and maintain engagement
• Monitor pupil understanding and progress throughout lessons
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom governance

Skills

HLTA status

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Lesson delivery

Education

HLTA status (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge? Or perhaps an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable classroom experience?

A welcoming primary school in Redbridge is looking for a confident, enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a full-time, ongoing basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking responsibility within the classroom and is confident supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

You will be working across different year groups and subjects, delivering pre-planned lessons, leading classroom activities and ensuring pupils remain engaged, motivated and focused on their learning.

The successful candidate will be adaptable, proactive and confident managing a classroom independently when required. You will work closely with teachers, year group leaders and other members of staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible learning experience.

Benefits

• Excellent location, within walking distance of the station.
• Ongoing, full-time work, Monday to Friday.
• Access to in-school training and professional development.
• The opportunity to exchange ideas and work alongside experienced teachers.
• Valuable classroom experience across KS1 and KS2.
• An excellent opportunity for career development and progression within education.

Job Responsibilities

• Work Monday to Friday, 8am 4pm, supporting teaching and learning across Early Years, KS1 and KS2.
• Take responsibility for delivering pre-planned lessons across different subjects and year groups.
• Lead whole-class teaching activities and manage the classroom independently when required.
• Follow lesson plans and guidance provided by teachers, subject leaders and year group leaders.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs and abilities of different pupils.
• Maintain excellent classroom management and promote positive behaviour.
• Monitor pupils' understanding, engagement and progress throughout lessons.
• Provide additional support and guidance to pupils who require extra assistance.
• Ensure lessons run smoothly and pupils remain focused and motivated.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and behaviour management expectations.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or an experienced Teaching Assistant confident in leading lessons independently.
• Ideally hold HLTA status or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Have experience working within a primary school environment.
• Be confident delivering lessons and managing a classroom across KS1 and KS2.
• Have excellent behaviour management and classroom leadership skills.
• Be confident working across different subjects and year groups.
• Have the ability to follow lesson plans and adapt activities where necessary.
• Be approachable, organised, reliable and enthusiastic.
• Be available Monday to Friday, 8am 4pm, and committed to an ongoing assignment.
• Hold a valid DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.