Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Christ Church CofE Primary School in London

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Contract: Part time 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only 39 weeks, 1 Year Fixed term.

Salary Grade/Range: Scale 5 Full Time Equivalent £32,535 - £33,987 – Actual from £26,335, pay award pending. Required October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes across the school from Reception to Year 6 during teachers’ PPA and release time.
• Lead interventions and provide targeted support for pupils, including those with SEND.
• Plan and teach lessons and develop enrichment opportunities in one of the following areas: PE, Music, Art & DT, French, Latin.
• Deliver interventions and support pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Contribute to high quality inclusive provision across the school.
• When not covering classes, work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to deliver interventions.

Qualifications

• GCSE level C or equivalent or higher in English and Maths.
• Holds HLTA status or has relevant experience covering whole classes.
• Experience working across the primary age range, including EYFS and KS1/KS2.
• Ability to deliver engaging and well-structured learning activities.
• Strong behaviour management and organisational skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with SEND.
• Passion for a curriculum area such as PE, Music, Art & DT, French or Latin.
• Effective teamwork and communication with pupils, staff and parents.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of the school.
• Interest in making a personal contribution to the life of the school and to the welfare of pupils.

Benefits

• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Fantastic children who are eager to learn.
• High quality professional development opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Opportunities to develop leadership and curriculum expertise.

EEO and Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check will be sought. Candidates will be required to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We also commit to positively tackling discrimination in all forms and to ensuring fair and equal access to employment for all community members, including those from Black African or Afro Caribbean heritage who are under‑represented in our workforce.