HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) | Primary | New Malden | £110-£130 per day | Full-Time, Monday to Friday | September 2025!
Are you a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) eager to take on significant responsibility and make a profound impact in a supportive primary school environment? Long Term Futures is partnering with a fantastic primary school in New Malden, seeking an experienced and proactive HLTA to enhance their dedicated team and contribute to outstanding pupil outcomes.
The Opportunity: Elevating Learning Support
This is an exceptional full-time opportunity within a "Good"-rated primary school in New Malden. As an HLTA, you will play a pivotal role in supporting teaching staff, leading learning, and directly contributing to pupils' academic progress and well-being. This long-term contract offers stability and has strong potential for permanency, allowing you to embed yourself within a vibrant school community. You will be instrumental in ensuring continuity of learning and a high standard of educational support across various primary age groups.
Your Role: Key Contributions at a Higher Level
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, your key contributions will include:
- Leading whole-class lessons, covering PPA (Planning, Preparation, and Assessment) time, and supporting teacher absences as required.
- Delivering targeted interventions for individuals and small groups across literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
- Assessing pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers, and contributing to pupil assessment and record-keeping.
- Supporting the planning and resourcing of lessons, adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Promoting positive behaviour and fostering an inclusive, engaging classroom environment.
- Collaborating closely with teaching staff, the SENCo, and other support professionals.
What We Require: Essential Qualifications & Skills
To thrive in this elevated role, you'll need:
- A recognised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification is essential.
- Proven experience working as an HLTA or a highly experienced Senior Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to lead a class effectively.
- Excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
- The capability to plan and deliver engaging learning activities independently.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- A valid enhanced DBS check or the willingness to obtain one.
Working With Us: Benefits & Support
Partnering with Long Term Futures and this New Malden school offers:
- Opportunities for continuous professional development tailored to HLTA responsibilities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment where your expertise is highly valued.
- Consistent, long-term work with potential for permanency.
- Guidance and support available from our dedicated consultants.
Your Application: How to Proceed
If you are a qualified HLTA ready to take this exciting step:
- Send your up-to-date CV.
- Connect directly with Jack, our South West London specialist.
- Complete the necessary background and compliance checks.
- Arrange your interview with the school team.
New Malden is well-connected by public transport and road, offering easy access from areas such as Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Surbiton, Raynes Park, and Worcester Park.
Reach out to Jack @ Long Term Futures today to learn more about this role or explore other rewarding vacancies!