Full job descriptionQUALIFIED 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 Tooting, South West London. 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: Tooting, South West London
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: GBP 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

OTHER
To be considered for this Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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