Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

• Primary School
• Bexley
• Full-time
• Long-term Opportunity
• September 2026 Start
• Competitive Salary / Daily Rate (Dependent on Experience)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Or are you already working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity within a supportive and ambitious primary school?

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Bexley to recruit a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school while working alongside a collaborative team of experienced educators.

The successful candidate will be passionate about helping children succeed and confident in leading learning both within the classroom and through targeted interventions.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and senior leaders to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will be responsible for delivering planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, leading small group interventions and providing targeted support to pupils across different year groups.

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires confidence, flexibility and the ability to build positive relationships with both pupils and staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering whole-class lessons using planning provided by the class teacher.
• Covering classes during teachers' PPA time, training or short-term absence.
• Leading targeted intervention groups to support pupils in closing learning gaps.
• Providing additional support for pupils with SEND, EAL or those requiring extra challenge.
• Supporting teachers with lesson preparation, assessment and classroom organisation.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Supporting the wider life of the school through clubs, enrichment activities and educational visits where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, parents and external professionals to ensure pupils receive the support they need.

The School

This friendly and ambitious primary school is committed to ensuring every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has created a nurturing environment where high expectations are balanced with excellent pastoral care, enabling pupils to flourish both academically and personally.

Staff work collaboratively to deliver an engaging, knowledge-rich curriculum that inspires curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning. Professional development is a key priority, with staff benefiting from high-quality training, supportive leadership and opportunities to develop their careers within a wider family of schools. The school prides itself on its strong sense of community, positive relationships and inclusive ethos, creating a welcoming environment for pupils, families and staff alike.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• HLTA status or substantial experience working at a Higher Level Teaching Assistant level.
• Previous experience supporting teaching and learning within a UK primary school.
• Confidence delivering lessons to whole classes across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

Experience supporting pupils with SEND or delivering targeted interventions would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• Join a welcoming and supportive primary school with a strong community ethos.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and leaders who value collaboration.
• Access high-quality professional development and ongoing training.
• Opportunities for career progression within a successful family of schools.
• Varied role with opportunities to lead learning and make a real impact across the school.
• Competitive salary and long-term career prospects.

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Bexley, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this exciting role and take the next step in your education career.

 

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