Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £105 to £105 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | LEWISHAM, GREATER LONDON |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 7 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Our client, a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Greenwich, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and enthusiastic education professional to take on a more active role in supporting teaching and learning within a collaborative and nurturing school environment.
As an HLTA, you will play an important role in supporting classroom delivery, leading learning activities and providing high-quality educational support across the school. You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging lessons, lead whole-class learning when required and provide targeted support to individuals and small groups. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong classroom management, initiative and the ability to adapt learning to meet pupils' individual needs.
This role offers the opportunity to take on greater responsibility within a positive and supportive setting, making a genuine impact on pupils' academic progress, confidence and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead whole-class learning activities and deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
- Support teachers with the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons.
- Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions to support pupil progress.
- Adapt learning activities and resources to meet pupils' varying abilities and needs.
- Maintain a positive, safe and well-managed classroom environment.
- Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
- Promote pupil independence, engagement and positive behaviour.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
- Contribute to staff meetings, planning discussions and relevant professional development.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- A recognised HLTA qualification or substantial relevant experience undertaking higher-level teaching responsibilities.
- Previous experience leading lessons and managing a classroom independently.
- Strong behaviour management and classroom leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- The confidence to use initiative and work independently when required.
- Strong organisational, planning and time-management skills.
- A flexible, proactive and solution-focused approach.
- A genuine passion for education and supporting children's development.
- Safeguarding training and a valid Enhanced DBS check.
This role offers a competitive daily rate of £105 and an excellent opportunity for an experienced teaching professional looking to take on greater responsibility within a welcoming and inclusive primary school.
If you are a confident and motivated HLTA who can make a positive contribution to teaching and learning, we encourage you to apply today.