Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Lewisham Contract Type: Part time, Supply Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

An inclusive and welcoming primary school is seeking a dedicated and experienced HLTA to join their team on a part time, supply basis starting ASAP. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated HLTA who is passionate about supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with class teachers, leadership staff, and support teams to help pupils reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, your role will include:

• Delivering planned learning activities to individuals, small groups, or whole classes in the absence of the class teacher
• Supporting the planning and assessment of learning in line with the national curriculum
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a purposeful, engaging learning environment
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including SEND, EAL, and varying ability levels
• Monitoring, recording, and feeding back on pupils' progress and achievements
• Working collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning materials and approaches
• Providing pastoral support and contributing to pupils' social and emotional development
• Supporting classroom routines and contributing to the wider life of the school
• Upholding safeguarding, wellbeing, and health & safety standards at all times

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience
• Strong experience working within a primary school setting
• Confidence delivering lessons independently across different year groups
• A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A strong understanding of child development and inclusive practice
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children to succeed

What the School Offers

• A friendly, supportive, and collaborative staff team
• Well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A nurturing and inclusive school environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

If you are a committed and enthusiastic HLTA looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity within a supportive primary school environment, this role could be the perfect next step in your career.

Contact Carly Walters for more information.