Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference PDTA2154356_1778226765
Closing date June 7, 2026
Location East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Havering, East LondonSalary: £2,200 - £2,800 per monthStart Date: Immediate / SeptemberContract: Full-time

A welcoming and well-regarded primary school in Havering is seeking a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in their career. You will support teaching and learning across the school, deliver planned interventions, and occasionally cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher.

The school offers a supportive leadership team, excellent facilities, and a collaborative staff environment focused on helping every pupil achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
  • Deliver small group interventions and targeted support
  • Provide classroom cover where required
  • Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
  • Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and senior leaders
  • Help maintain a positive and engaging learning environment

    • Requirements

    Essential:

  • Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA
  • HLTA qualification or equivalent classroom experience
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

    • Desirable:

  • Experience leading interventions or covering classes
  • Knowledge of SEN support or intervention strategies

    • To apply, please submit your CV or contact Veritas Education on 0203 026 6150 for more information

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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