Permanent Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Lyon Park Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support classroom activities and interventions. This role requires flexibility and strong communication skills, as you will work closely with teachers and students to enhance learning experiences. The school prides itself on a positive atmosphere and strong support for its staff, making it an excellent environment for professional growth. If you're passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a committed team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and follow teacher guidance.
• Good behaviour management strategies are essential.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes and run interventions as needed.
• Mark books and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

Flexibility

Behaviour Management

Spoken and Written English

Adaptability in Teaching

Feedback and Liaison

Job description

Permanent Higher Level Teaching Assistants

Salary – Scale 5 (point 12 to 17 - £22,353 to £24,248 actual salary plus London Weighting £1,798 – actual LW)

Starting: 1st September 2025

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants who will cover classes across the school when needed as well as run interventions when not covering.

You will need to be able:

• Be flexible, be able to work on your own initiative as well as follow guidance from teachers.
• Have good behaviour management strategies.
• Have a good standard of spoken and written English.
• Be able to teach whole class following teachers’ planning.
• Know when to adapt teaching to make it simpler or harder.
• Mark books and feedback to the teachers about the outcome of lessons.
• Liaise with teachers, Middle Leaders and Senior Leaders regarding learning in the classes taught.
• Feedback to parents/carers about the behaviour when needed.

Ofsted (November 2022)

“Pupils are happy and kept safe at Lyon Park.”

“Staff, including those at the start of their careers, are overwhelmingly positive about the support that they receive from leaders with their workload and well-being.”

“A calm and purposeful atmosphere is evident in all classrooms and when pupils are moving around the school. Pupils have positive attitudes towards their learning.”

Application forms and information packs can be found on the school website: https://www.lyonparkprimaryschool.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/

Closing date for applications: Rolling advert until vacancies filled.

Interviews will be held as applications are reviewed and shortlisted.

We welcome and encourage visits to the school from prospective candidates. Please contact the school office on 020 8902 5454 in advance to arrange a visit and tour of the school.

Lyon Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Lyon Park Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from men and women of all ages from any background and from candidates with disabilities.

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