Level Teaching Assistant; HLTA

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Archway

Contract Type:
Full Time | Temporary (Maternity Cover)

Start Date:

Monday 9th March 2026
Salary: £100 – £115 per day

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

About the School

Teach-Now is working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Haringey seeking a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The school has a strong community ethos and supportive leadership team. Staff work collaboratively across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, and classrooms are well supported with Teaching Assistants in place. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable whole-class experience in a structured and supportive environment.

About the Role

This full-time position is to cover a maternity leave, starting Monday 9th March 2026.

The role offers a varied timetable:

• Mornings:
Supporting Year 1 and Year 2 with small phonics groups (approx. 6 pupils) and maths interventions

• Afternoons:
Covering a Year 1/2 class (all planning provided; no end-of-day handover required)

• Fridays:
Supporting in Reception for part of the day

All classes will have a TA supporting, and planning will be prepared in advance. This role is ideal for a confident HLTA who is comfortable leading a class and delivering pre-planned lessons.

It would particularly suit someone considering a future career in teaching and looking to build strong classroom leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group phonics and maths interventions

• Lead whole-class teaching in Year 1/2 during afternoon sessions

• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment

• Support pupils’ academic progress and wellbeing

• Work collaboratively with class teachers and support staff

• Uphold safeguarding and school policies at all times

Requirements

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have:

• HLTA status or significant experience covering classes

• Strong understanding of phonics and KS1 curriculum expectations

• Confidence leading whole-class learning

• Excellent behaviour management skills

• A proactive and professional approach

What the School Offers

• Supportive senior leadership and friendly staff team

• TA support in every class

• Clear planning and structured timetable

• Valuable whole-class teaching experience

• A positive and inclusive school environment

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