Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Make a Lasting Impact in Havering Are you an experienced HLTA ready to step into a role where you can lead, inspire and support children across both Key Stage 1 and 2? Teach Now is working with a vibrant, high-achieving primary school in Havering that is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team. This forward-thinking, community-focused school has a strong ethos built around inclusivity, creativity and nurturing the whole child. The staff team is warm, collaborative, and committed to professional growth — making it a fantastic environment for an HLTA looking to take the next step in their career. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver whole-class lessons in the absence of the teacher using provided planning. • Lead targeted intervention groups in literacy and numeracy. • Support teachers with planning, preparation, and assessment activities. • Provide one-to-one or small group support for children with additional needs. • Monitor pupil progress and contribute to record-keeping and reports. Requirements • HLTA qualification or equivalent, with strong experience in primary settings. • Ability to lead classes confidently across both KS1 and KS2. • Excellent communication, initiative, and classroom management skills. • A positive, can-do attitude and passion for supporting pupil development. • A current enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service) or willingness to obtain one. Benefits What’s in it for you? • Competitive daily rate: £100 – £120 per day. • Join a supportive leadership team who value their support staff. • Opportunity to gain experience across year groups and develop professionally. • Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming school community. • Easily accessible via public transport and with on-site parking available. Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance