Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Bexley

Location: Bexley, Welling, Sidcup, Crayford and Erith
Pay: £110-£140 per day, depending on experience and responsibilities
Hours: Typically 8:15am-3:45pm
Contract: Daily Supply / Part-Time / Long-Term

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

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for confident Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support primary schools throughout Bexley.

The Role:

Deliver planned lessons and learning activities under teacher direction.

Provide short-term classroom cover where appropriate.

Lead targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy and phonics.

Support pupils with varying academic and additional needs.

Work collaboratively with teachers and school leadership teams.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

HLTA status or substantial experience leading classroom activities.

Experience supporting pupils in KS1 or KS2.

Strong behaviour management and communication skills.

Confidence delivering pre-planned learning activities independently.

What We Offer:

Competitive rates reflecting your responsibilities, flexible assignments, free CPD opportunities and the chance to gain experience across a range of primary schools.

Whether you're seeking occasional cover or consistent weekly work, we can discuss opportunities that suit your experience.

Apply now to join Tradewind's primary supply team in Bexley.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English