HLTA - Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term assignment

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a Southwark primary school’s Key Stage 2 team on a long-term basis, starting ASAP and lasting the remainder of the academic year.

The successful candidate will cover PPA and SLT release, delivering pre-planned lessons across KS2 and maintaining a positive learning environment. QTS not required; HLTA/TA experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary school, ideally KS2.
• Confident leading a class without direct supervision.
• Ability to deliver lessons from pre-planned schemes.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned class cover across Key Stage 2.
• Cover PPA and SLT release time.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons effectively.
• Manage the classroom and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' learning, progress and engagement.
• Work with class teachers and school team.
• Adapt activities to meet pupils' needs.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and learning.

Skills

Classroom management

KS2 experience

PPA cover delivery

SLT release experience

Engaging lessons delivery

Job description

HLTA - Key Stage 2Location: Southwark, South LondonStart: As soon as possibleDuration: Long-term, for the remainder of the academic yearDays: 4 or 5 days per weekHours: 8:30am - 3:30pmPay: £130 per dayHLTA - Key Stage 2 | Southwark

A primary school in Southwark is looking for a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their Key Stage 2 team on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing for the remainder of the academic year.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teaching assistant or HLTA who is confident leading a class independently, or for a qualified teacher who is looking for a role with less classroom responsibility.The successful candidate will primarily provide class cover for teacher PPA time and SLT release, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across Key Stage 2.

The Role

• Provide planned class cover across Key Stage 2.
• Cover teacher PPA and SLT release time.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and activities effectively.
• Manage the classroom confidently and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' learning, progress and engagement.
• Work closely with class teachers and the wider school team.
• Adapt activities where appropriate to meet the needs of pupils.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and learning.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience working within a primary school, ideally across Key Stage 2.
• Is confident taking responsibility for a class without the direct supervision of the class teacher.
• Can deliver lessons and follow existing planning effectively.
• Has strong classroom management skills.
• Is reliable, adaptable and able to work well as part of a school team.
• Has a positive and nurturing approach to supporting children.
• Is able to commit to 4 or 5 days per week for the duration of the assignment.

QTS is not required for this position. The role would suit an experienced HLTA, Teaching Assistant or other education professional who has demonstrable experience of confidently leading a primary classroom. Equally, this could be an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who is looking to step away from the full responsibilities of a class teacher while remaining involved in classroom teaching.

What the School Offers

• A long-term opportunity for the remainder of the academic year.
• A supportive and welcoming primary school environment.
• Consistent work within Key Stage 2.
• The opportunity to work closely with experienced teachers and SLT.
• A role focused on planned class cover rather than taking on full class-teacher responsibilities.
• £130 per day, with the applicable employment and agency-worker terms provided as part of the assignment.