At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children academically and emotionally, covering classes for teachers.
- Company: Alderwood Primary School, part of the innovative Compass Eko Trust.
- Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking trust with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a dynamic school environment.
- Qualifications: GCSE grade C in Maths and English; HLTA qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We have a vacancy for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant/HLTA who will work as part of our Support and Teaching Staff to support children academically as well as emotionally and socially.
Learning Support Assistants provide support and guidance to children, under the direction of the Class Teacher, to enable children to succeed in the classroom and maximise learning.
As the role of a HLTA you will cover classes to allow Teacher's time for Planning, Preparation, and Assessment, and CPD opportunities, working alongside Teacher's to deliver high quality learning.
The successful applicant will
- Have at least GCSE grade c (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- HLTA qualification desirable.
- Be able to work as part of a Support Team and Teaching Team.
- Be an excellent communicator verbally and have a good standard of written English.
- Be flexible and adaptable.
- Be relentlessly positive and seek solutions.
- Have a thorough understanding of inclusion and what makes an inclusive school.
- Promote positive relationships with parents and carers.
- Communicate effectively with outside support agencies.
- Help children to develop reciprocal and positive relationships with each other.
- Be proactive, enthusiastic and manage time well.
- Be flexible and adaptable as every day is different.
- Demonstrate effective time management
Alderwood Primary School is a one form entry school.
You can access our recent Ofsted inspection report following an inspection which took place this academic year. http://www. ofsted. gov. uk/oxedu_providers/full/(urn)/143601
We are part of Compass Eko Trust an innovative and forward-thinking Trust comprising of 28 school.
This unique partnership provides immense opportunities to develop the quality of provision and outcomes for children across our schools.
Our successful candidate will also be health checked and references will be requested before appointment, the post is permanent and is subject to a satisfactory probation period.
Interviews will be held on Monday 7th December 2026
As part of the interview process you will be required to deliver a teaching session following plans that will be provided.
Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Jennifer Sinclair on 020 8506841 to arrange a visit.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) employer: Alderwood Primary School
Alderwood Primary School offers a supportive environment for Learning Support Assistants and Higher Level Teaching Assistants, focusing on both academic and emotional support for children. The school promotes positive relationships and inclusion, making it an attractive workplace for those passionate about education. Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with teaching staff enhance the work culture.
