HLTA - Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA - Key Stage 2

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Location: Southwark, South London
Start: As soon as possible
Duration: Long-term, for the remainder of the academic year
Days: 4 or 5 days per week
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £130 per day

HLTA - Key Stage 2 | Southwark

A primary school in Southwark is looking for a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their Key Stage 2 team on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing for the remainder of the academic year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teaching assistant or HLTA who is confident leading a class independently, or for a qualified teacher who is looking for a role with less classroom responsibility.

The successful candidate will primarily provide class cover for teacher PPA time and SLT release, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across Key Stage 2.

The Role

• Provide planned class cover across Key Stage 2.
• Cover teacher PPA and SLT release time.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and activities effectively.
• Manage the classroom confidently and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' learning, progress and engagement.
• Work closely with class teachers and the wider school team.
• Adapt activities where appropriate to meet the needs of pupils.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and learning.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience working within a primary school, ideally across Key Stage 2.
• Is confident taking responsibility for a class without the direct supervision of the class teacher.
• Can deliver lessons and follow existing planning effectively.
• Has strong classroom management skills. xgikmsk
• Is reliable, adaptable and able to work well as part of a school team.
• Has a positive and nurturing approach to supporting childr...