Teaching Assistant/HLTA

Education First Recruitment; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of mainstream primary schools in Croydon on daily supply.

We seek proactive, adaptable individuals who can support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, helping create a positive and inclusive learning environment with enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience as Teaching Assistant or HLTA in primary schools.
• Confident across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 settings.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Flexible, reliable and able to work across multiple schools.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and classroom support skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with engaging lessons and activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to develop pupils’ skills.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy and phonics activities.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils’ social and educational development.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Organisation

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Education

DBS Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant/HLTA – Croydon Primary Schools – Required ASAP – Daily Supply

***Teaching Assistant/HLTA required for daily supply

***Teaching Assistant/HLTA required for primary school

***Teaching Assistant/HLTA must be experienced

***Teaching Assistant/HLTA must have a reliable, flexible working attitude

About the Role

Education First is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of mainstream primary schools in Croydon. These flexible opportunities are ideal for candidates looking for ad hoc and daily supply work, allowing you to gain experience across different school settings while making a positive difference to children's learning and development.

We are looking for proactive, adaptable individuals who can confidently support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, helping to create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils develop their academic skills.
• Assisting with literacy, numeracy, phonics and other curriculum activities.
• Managing classroom behaviour and encouraging positive learning habits.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and educational development.
• For HLTA candidates, delivering lessons and leading classes when required.
• Helping to maintain a safe, organised and stimulating classroom environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a primary school.
• Confident supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong communication, organisation and behaviour management skills.
• Flexible, reliable and comfortable adapting to different school environments.
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children's education.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Education First?

• Flexible daily supply and ad hoc opportunities to suit your availability.
• The chance to gain experience across a variety of Croydon primary schools.
• Competitive daily rates based on experience and responsibilities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team.