QUALIFIED HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is seeking a Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Raynes Park, Merton. The school is diverse and inclusive, with a strong commitment to supporting pupils with a range of abilities and needs. The successful HLTA will support high-quality teaching and learning, deliver targeted interventions, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and assist with SEND, behaviour, and classroom management.
The role is open to experienced HLTAs and Level 6 Teaching Assistants with a recognised qualification or equivalent.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
- Location: Raynes Park, Merton
- Position: Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Type of Work: Supporting and leading learning, delivering interventions, 1:1 and small-group support, SEND support, and behaviour/classroom management
- Start Date: September 2026
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Rate of Pay: GBP115 – GBP145 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Hours: 8:15am – 3:45pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Recognised Level 6 Teaching Assistant, HLTA, education, childcare or equivalent qualification
- Previous experience as a TA, HLTA, SEN TA or Learning Support Assistant in a primary school
- Experience supporting or leading learning activities with individuals, small groups and whole classes
- Experience delivering targeted interventions and supporting pupil progress
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Speech and Language Needs and SEMH
- Ability to work effectively with class teachers and contribute to planning, preparation, assessment and pupil progress
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Up-to-date Safeguarding Training desirable
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- Excellent communication, organisational, interpersonal and behaviour management skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and provide consistent support
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
- Hold the Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the online update service
- Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years
- Hold a recognised Level 6 or equivalent relevant education qualification
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all necessary safeguarding and vetting checks.
PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER:
- Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications
- Access to teaching and support roles across London
- Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- Access to training and safeguarding support
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