Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Transparency Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Greenwich

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Salary: £100–£120 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take on greater classroom responsibility?

Transparency Education is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a full-time primary opportunity in Greenwich.

You will play an important role in supporting teaching across the school, making this particularly suitable for someone who enjoys variety and is comfortable working with different pupils and year groups.

Responsibilities

Your role may include:

  • Leading lessons using teacher-prepared plans.
  • Providing class cover when required.
  • Delivering focused interventions.
  • Supporting pupils who require additional academic support.
  • Working alongside teachers to raise pupil attainment.
  • Maintaining effective classroom routines and behaviour.
  • Feeding back on learning and pupil engagement.
  • Supporting the wider organisation of classroom provision.
  • Candidate requirements

We would like to hear from applicants with:

  • Significant UK primary school experience.
  • HLTA status, relevant qualifications or equivalent experience.
  • Confidence leading learning independently.
  • Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
  • Strong behaviour management skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork.
  • A flexible approach to working across year groups.

Qualified and experienced applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why work via Transparency Education?


Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
• A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
• Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
Application Process: If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

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