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Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
- Grade: Ealing GLPC Scale 7 (£33,058 - £33,938 per annum, inclusive)
- Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Term Time Only (39 weeks)
- Contract: Fixed Term - Academic Year 2025/26
- Start Date: 1st September 2025
This primary school is a dynamic and inclusive two-form entry school located in the heart of Southall. Home to pupils who speak over a dozen different languages, the school proudly reflects the rich cultural diversity of its local community.
We are looking for a committed and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to become part of our supportive and forward-thinking team. In this role, you will be responsible for covering teachers' PPA time, as well as helping to plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality learning experiences for both individual pupils and small groups.
Key Duties:
- Support learning across a variety of classroom settings, including leading whole-class sessions during teacher PPA time.
- Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and deliver effective lessons.
- Provide tailored support to help pupils progress according to their individual needs.
- Track pupil progress and contribute to feedback provided to teachers and parents.
Key Requirements:
- Have Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status
- Excellent numeracy and literacy skills or qualifications equivalent to NVQ level 2 in English and maths.
- Experience of covering classes in the absence of the teacher
- Experience of planning and resourcing lessons using school Medium Term Plans
- Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment.
- Experience of working with children with additional needs.
- Experience of general clerical/ administrative work.
- Specialist training in relevant learning strategies in appropriate curriculum or learning area.
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community that values diversity.
- Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
- Opportunities for meaningful professional growth and training.
- A strong focus on staff well-being and work-life balance.
- A creative, research-informed teaching environment that encourages innovation.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit a detailed CV outlining your relevant experience. Thank you.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
