Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

You know your way around a classroom.

You can lead a lesson, keep things on track, and step in when needed without missing a beat. You’re not just supporting, you’re making things happen.

Sound like you?

We’re working with a range of welcoming primary schools across Southwark who are looking for experienced HLTAs to join them in long-term roles, supporting teaching and learning across the school.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading whole-class sessions when teachers are out or during PPA time
• Supporting lesson delivery and keeping pupils engaged
• Working across different year groups, keeping things fresh and varied
• Supporting planning and adapting activities where needed
• Being a reliable, go-to presence for both staff and pupils

You’ll be trusted to step up, take the lead, and keep the day running smoothly.

What schools are looking for

• HLTA status or strong experience in a similar role
• Confidence leading a class independently
• Solid understanding of the primary curriculum
• A calm, organised approach with strong behaviour management
• Someone who can slot into a team and hit the ground running

This is a role for someone who knows their value and wants to use it.

What you’ll get in return

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
• Long-term roles where you can really settle in
• Support from a consultant who understands your experience
• Access to CPD to keep developing your skills
• Opportunities across a range of supportive, well-run schools

If you’re ready for a role where you’re trusted, respected, and given the space to do what you do best, this could be a great fit.

Ready to step up?
Apply now or get in touch for a chat, we’ll find the right school for you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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