Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Watford

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Education Career?

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to progress your career, or an established HLTA seeking a new challenge?

We are working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Watford that are looking for confident, enthusiastic and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support teaching and learning across the school.

This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with teachers and senior leaders to help raise attainment, support pupil progress and contribute to a positive learning environment. The role may involve leading whole-class lessons in the teacher's absence, delivering targeted intervention programmes, supporting pupils with additional needs and helping to ensure every child reaches their full potential.

Key responsibilities:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons and covering classes when required
• Leading small group and one-to-one intervention sessions
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Working collaboratively with teachers to plan and assess learning
• Helping to create an engaging, inclusive and positive classroom environment
• Supporting children with varying abilities and learning needs
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or has significant classroom support experience
• Has strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Is confident managing a classroom independently
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Can motivate and inspire children to achieve their best
• Is flexible, proactive and able to use their initiative
• Has a genuine passion for education and child development

In return, schools offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• Access to high-quality CPD and training
• Supportive and welcoming school communities
• A varied role with opportunities to make a real impact
• The chance to work alongside dedicated and experienced education professionals

If you're passionate about helping children succeed and are ready to take on a more influential role within a primary school setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next exciting step in your education career.