HLTA

Teach Plus Limited; Southall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based education recruitment agency is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Southall. The role involves delivering targeted interventions, providing classroom support, and covering lessons in the teacher's absence. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and an enhanced DBS Certificate. Join a supportive team dedicated to children's success in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Must have enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions to pupil premium students.
• Provide high-quality classroom support and foster a positive learning environment.
• Cover classes in the teacher's absence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and leaders to raise attainment.
• Maintain the school's high standards of care and respect.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Proactive and flexible approach

Passion for supporting children's learning

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Overview

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Start Date: October 2025 – Location: Southall – Full-time – Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunity is based in a welcoming Southall primary school that offers a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where children thrive both academically and personally. Rooted in strong values of care, ambition, respect and empathy, the school has been recognised as “Outstanding” by Ofsted. With a broad and engaging curriculum, excellent pastoral care, and enriching extracurricular opportunities, the setting nurtures confidence, creativity, and wellbeing while preparing every child to achieve their full potential.

The school values and supports its dedicated staff, and as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will become part of a nurturing team where high levels of job satisfaction contribute to the positive, caring atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of children across the school, delivering targeted interventions to pupil premium students.


• Provide high-quality classroom support and foster a positive learning environment.


• Cover classes in the teacher's absence, ensuring lessons are engaging and well-managed.


• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and senior leaders to raise attainment and support every child's development.


• Play an active role in maintaining the school's high standards of care, ambition, respect, and empathy.

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience in a similar role (essential).


• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.


• Right to work in the UK.


• A proactive, flexible approach and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role requires someone who can confidently deliver interventions and cover whole classes when required, maintaining a stimulating and positive classroom environment.

Next steps

If this Higher Level Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Carly at Teach Plus. Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

About Teach Plus

Teach Plus is a London-based education recruitment agency. Our services are focused on providing candidates with an excellent experience to help them find a new role. We offer a range of opportunities, including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions within education, as well as daily supply work.