Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Croydon

Location: Croydon

Contract Type: Fixed Term - 12 Months | Part-Time (22.5 hours/week, three days a week)

Pay Scale: NJC Outer London Grade 7, SCP 23-25

Actual Salary: £20,617.03 - £21,167.66

Start Date: September 2025

About the Role

This Primary School is seeking a motivated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join its friendly and professional support team. Working three days a week, you will play a pivotal role in complementing classroom teaching through independent learning activities and targeted support. This role includes supervising agreed lessons and contributing directly to pupil achievement and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

*Deliver agreed learning activities both in and out of class under the supervision of teaching staff
*Provide high-quality support that promotes pupil progress and independence
*Line manage and support the development of LSA/TA staff
*Collaborate with teaching staff to raise educational achievement across key stages

What We're Looking For

*HLTA qualification (desirable)
*The right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
*Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
*Proven experience supporting teaching and learning at HLTA level
*Strong understanding of curriculum delivery and learner engagement
*Leadership capability to mentor and guide support staff
*Commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing

What the School Offers

*Ongoing professional development and training
*A commitment to staff wellbeing through its Wellbeing Charter
*Generous annual leave and family-friendly pay enhancements
*Annual pay progression
*Access to Teacher's and Local Government pension schemes
*Eye care voucher scheme
*A thorough induction programme and long-term growth opportunities

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