Level Teaching Assistant; HLTA

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

Are you a confident, passionate educator ready to elevate your career in a vibrant and welcoming primary school? Teach Now is proud to be recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a dynamic school community in Islington — where innovation in education meets genuine work-life balance.

About the School:

This inclusive, forward-thinking primary school nestled in the heart of North London boasts an ethos of nurturing the whole child, promoting academic excellence, creativity, and emotional well-being. With a strong leadership team, excellent CPD opportunities, and a commitment to professional growth, this is the perfect environment for an HLTA to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in KS1 and KS2 under the guidance of qualified teachers.

• Provide targeted interventions and small group support to raise attainment.

• Lead classroom activities and manage behaviour in line with school policy.

• Collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to create inclusive learning environments.

• Contribute to planning, assessment, and reporting as required.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience working at a similar level.

• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

• Confidence to lead whole-class teaching in teacher absence.

• Passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

• Right to work in the UK and a valid DBS certificate (or willingness to apply).

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate: £100 - £120

• Flexible, part-time schedule supporting work-life balance

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive school

• Ongoing professional development via Teach Now

• A chance to make a real impact in children’s education

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