Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Job Description
Envision Education is currently recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a brand-new, purpose-built all-through specialist school in Hillingdon, West London. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm. We have immediate and September 2026 starts available, with trial days taking place now to secure your position.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team from the very beginning, helping to shape an inspiring learning environment for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school offers outstanding modern facilities, specialist resources, and excellent opportunities for professional development.
Responsibilities
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Deliver planned learning activities to individuals, small groups, and whole classes under the direction of the class teacher.
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Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), adapting learning to meet individual needs.
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Monitor, assess, record, and report on pupils' progress and achievement.
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Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.
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Prepare classroom resources and maintain an organised and stimulating learning environment.
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Support the planning and delivery of lessons across the primary curriculum.
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Deliver interventions and targeted support programmes.
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and other professionals to support pupil development.
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Provide guidance and mentoring to Teaching Assistants where appropriate.
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Follow safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety, and school policies at all times.
Requirements
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HLTA qualification or significant experience working at HLTA level.
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A minimum of 6 months' UK experience working within a primary school or specialist educational setting.
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Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
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Experience supporting children with SEND.
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Excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills.
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
Why register with Envision Education?
- Specialists in securing long-term and permanent placements for teachers and support staff, including Teaching Assistants.
- Able to match jobs to your preferences, whether it is location, job type or pay expectations.
- Quick and efficient registration process, with interviews via Zoom.
- We secure roles swiftly and effectively for education professionals.
- Friendly team that always puts job seekers' interests first.
- Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google.
- We work with primary, secondary and SEND schools across London and the Home Counties.
Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.
Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and follows a strict policy of equal opportunities.
We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and do not discriminate based on age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.
You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
