At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist class teachers with planning, monitoring, and managing classes to support independent learning.
- Company: Join a warm, supportive, and ambitious independent school environment focused on academic progress.
- Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience; part-time hours during term time only.
- Other info: Job share for two days a week will be considered.
- Why this job: Play a key role in pupils' academic progress and wider school life.
- Qualifications: Must have Level 4 HLTA qualification or equivalent and familiarity with Early Years and Key Stage curriculums.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated practitioner to join our Prep School team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to make a meaningful impact and support outstanding teaching and learning across the school. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in pupils' academic progress, pastoral development and wider school life within a warm, supportive and ambitious independent school environment.
Responsibilities
- You will work closely with class teachers to assist in the smooth running of the classroom which will include planning, monitoring, assessing and managing classes to encourage pupils to become independent learners and to provide support for their welfare.
- You will supervise whole classes where required for PPA time or for short-term absence of teachers.
Qualifications
- Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
- Familiarity with the Early Years and Key Stage 1 and 2 curriculums.
- Experience of working in a similar role in a school environment would be an advantage.
Salary and Working Hours
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Part‑time working: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.25am‑5.00pm; Wednesday 8.00am‑5.00pm.
- Term time only on a permanent contract.
- A job share working two days a week will be considered.
Closing date
Applications should arrive no later than 9am, Wednesday 24 June 2026.
Hlta in Lingfield employer: Lingfield College
This independent school offers a nurturing environment that prioritises academic excellence and personal development. Located in a vibrant community, the Prep School team is dedicated to fostering a love of learning among its pupils. Enjoy competitive pay and a flexible part-time schedule.
