Higher Level Teaching Assistant


Company:	Harris Federation
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, BR3 3SJ
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	18 Nov 2026

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Summary

About UsOur Academy opened in September 2015 in order to provide high quality primary places for local families. We believe that every child is unique and that each deserves the opportunity to be happy, feel valued and experience success.

We are part of a Federation of schools with an established track record in Bromley and across London. Our staff team is committed to ensuring that all of our children access the highest quality education in a safe and nurturing environment.

We believe that all children can achieve and know that it is our job as educators to do everything possible to enable children to reach their potential. We are lucky to have a bright, modern and welcoming building for our school community.

We are fortunate to have a strong and committed partnership with our parent body, a tradition we want to continue as the Academy grows and develops. SummaryInspire and transform learning with us. Support local children as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Harris Primary Academy Beckenham.

The actual salary for this role will be £26,307.67 - £29,954.93 (38 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). Main Areas of ResponsibilityAs a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, your areas of responsibility will include:

Complementing the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or short term for whole classes and monitoring children and assessing, recording and reporting on their achievement, progress and development.

The management and development of teaching within the academy and/or management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training

Under an agreed system of supervision, taking a lead role within the academy to address the needs of children who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning

Supporting children, the teacher and the academy in order to raise standards of achievement for all (e.g. SEN, EAL, More Able, all underachieving groups)

Encouraging children to become independent learners, providing support for their welfare, and supporting the inclusion of children in all aspects of academy life

Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:

GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above

NVQ Level 3, or equivalent

Good knowledge of a range of learning barriers, including special needs

Experience of contributing to and assessing provision for children with a range of needs

Some knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds

At least two years’ school based experience as a TA, or equivalent

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an Annual Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

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