Primary HLTA

Clarus Education

  • Islington, North London
  • £100-120 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Primary HLTA - Islington£100-120 per day | Full-time | September 2025 StartAbout the Role - Primary HLTATake your teaching career to the next level! We're seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Islington. This is an excellent opportunity to lead learning, cover classes, and make a significant impact on children's educational journey.Key Details:
  • Salary: £100-120 per day (based on experience and qualifications)
  • Location: Islington, London
  • Contract: Long-term, full-time
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, term-time only
  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Age Range: Primary (4-11 years)
What You'll Be Doing
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lessons to whole classes under minimal supervision
  • Cover classes for absent teachers with confidence and authority
  • Lead small group interventions and support programmes
  • Assess, monitor and provide feedback on pupils' progress
  • Support teachers with curriculum planning and resource preparation
  • Mentor and guide other teaching assistants
  • Contribute to whole school initiatives and development
What We're Looking ForEssential Requirements:
  • HLTA qualification or equivalent Level 4 qualification
  • Significant experience as a Teaching Assistant in primary education
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver effective lessons
  • Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills
  • Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (required)
  • Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
Desirable:
  • Degree qualification
  • Experience leading interventions or small group work
  • Knowledge of current primary curriculum and assessment methods
  • First Aid qualification
  • Experience mentoring other staff
What's On Offer
  • Competitive daily rate (£100-120) reflecting your HLTA status and experience
  • Opportunity to develop leadership skills and advance your career
  • Supportive school environment with excellent CPD opportunities
  • Work-life balance with term-time only hours
  • Chance to make a real difference in children's educational outcomes
  • Potential pathway to teacher training
Perfect For
  • Experienced HLTAs seeking a new challenge
  • Senior Teaching Assistants ready to step up to HLTA level
  • Education professionals looking to develop leadership skills
  • Those considering a future in teaching
To apply for this Primary HLTA please submit your CV and if you are shortlisted you will be contacted within 48 hours.Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role, and you must have the right to work full-time in the UK.We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Primary HLTA, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Primary HLTA candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Primary HLTA post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Apply for this Primary HLTA opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Primary HLTA role within 48 hours.Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.Primary HLTA - September 2025 Start - IslingtonPrimary HLTA

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