Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School

Location:

Bexley, South East London

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Full-Time, Long-Term Salary: £110-£120 per day Are you an experienced HLTA looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in a supportive primary school? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-established three-form entry primary school in Bexley seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a full-time, long-term position for the entire academic year, offering the opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school.

The Role As the school's HLTA, you will work closely with class teachers and the senior leadership team to deliver high-quality learning experiences across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. You will lead whole-class lessons during PPA cover, provide targeted intervention support, and help ensure that every child reaches their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering planned lessons across different year groups in the absence of the class teacher. Supporting pupils through small-group and one-to-one interventions. Working collaboratively with teachers to prepare engaging learning activities. Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining an inclusive classroom environment. Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff. Supporting children with a range of learning needs where required. The School This friendly and inclusive three-form entry primary school has a strong reputation within the local community and is led by a supportive leadership team committed to staff development and wellbeing.

The school benefits from excellent facilities, well-resourced classrooms, and a collaborative staff culture where everyone works together to achieve the best outcomes for pupils. The successful candidate will be joining a welcoming team that values creativity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for education.

The Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will have: HLTA status or a recognised equivalent qualification. Previous experience working within a UK primary school. Confidence delivering lessons across the primary age range. Strong classroom and behaviour management skills. Excellent communication and organisational abilities. A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to supporting learning. A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer Competitive daily rates paid weekly. A full-time, long-term placement for the academic year. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities. The opportunity to secure a permanent role within the school. If you are an experienced HLTA looking to make a positive impact in a fantastic Bexley primary school this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.