HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) Primary New Malden 110- 130 per day Full-Time, Monday to Friday September 2025!

Are you a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) eager to take on significant responsibility and make a profound impact in a supportive primary school environment? Long Term Futures is partnering with a fantastic primary school in New Malden, seeking an experienced and proactive HLTA to enhance their dedicated team and contribute to outstanding pupil outcomes.

The Opportunity: Elevating Learning Support

This is an exceptional full-time opportunity within a "Good"-rated primary school in New Malden. As an HLTA, you will play a pivotal role in supporting teaching staff, leading learning, and directly contributing to pupils' academic progress and well-being. This long-term contract offers stability and has strong potential for permanency, allowing you to embed yourself within a vibrant school community. You will be instrumental in ensuring continuity of learning and a high standard of educational support across various primary age groups.

Your Role: Key Contributions at a Higher Level

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, your key contributions will include:

• Leading whole-class lessons, covering PPA (Planning, Preparation, and Assessment) time, and supporting teacher absences as required.
• Delivering targeted interventions for individuals and small groups across literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Assessing pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers, and contributing to pupil assessment and record-keeping.
• Supporting the planning and resourcing of lessons, adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour and fostering an inclusive, engaging classroom environment.
• Collaborating closely with teaching staff, the SENCo, and other support professionals.

What We Require: Essential Qualifications & Skills

To thrive in this elevated role, you'll need:

• A recognised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification is essential.
• Proven experience working as an HLTA or a highly experienced Senior Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to lead a class effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• The capability to plan and deliver engaging learning activities independently.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A valid enhanced DBS check or the willingness to obtain one.

Working With Us: Benefits & Support

Partnering with Long Term Futures and this New Malden school offers:

• Opportunities for continuous professional development tailored to HLTA responsibilities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your expertise is highly valued.
• Consistent, long-term work with potential for permanency.
• Guidance and support available from our dedicated consultants.

Your Application: How to Proceed

If you are a qualified HLTA ready to take this exciting step:

• Send your up-to-date CV.
• Connect directly with Jack, our South West London specialist.
• Complete the necessary background and compliance checks.
• Arrange your interview with the school team.

New Malden is well-connected by public transport and road, offering easy access from areas such as Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Surbiton, Raynes Park, and Worcester Park.

Reach out to Term Futures today to learn more about this role or explore other rewarding vacancies!