Job title: HLTA
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: RR - Internal
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Enfield, North London
Job published: 13-05-2026
Job ID: 119743

Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Enfield – September 2026

 

About the School

This well-regarded secondary school in the London Borough of Enfield is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum, and strong commitment to pupil progress across all year groups. The school places great value on its support staff, treating every Higher-Level Teaching Assistant as an integral part of the teaching and learning team. Staff benefit from a collaborative, professional culture where contribution at every level is recognised and rewarded.

 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - What the School Offers

  • Comprehensive CPD and training opportunities tailored to HLTA development and progression
  • Clear and consistent behaviour systems that allow support staff to lead learning with confidence
  • A thorough induction programme with ongoing mentoring from experienced teaching staff
  • A genuinely collaborative team culture where every Higher Level Teaching Assistant is valued
  • Opportunities for extended contracts or teacher training pathways for high-performing staff

 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - What the Role Involves

  • Leading learning across a range of subjects under teacher guidance and direction
  • Delivering pre-planned lessons to whole classes in the teacher's absence with confidence and authority
  • Supporting curriculum planning, assessment, and pupil progress tracking alongside teaching staff
  • Providing targeted small-group intervention to pupils requiring additional academic support
  • Contributing to a calm, focused learning environment that upholds the school's high standards

 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - What the School is Looking For

The ideal Higher Level Teaching Assistant will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university. Previous child-centred experience in a secondary school setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a proactive, confident, and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills and the ability to lead learning independently when required.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Salary and Contract Info

  • Up to £600 per week, pro rata to term time only
  • Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027
  • Term-time only
  • Potential for future teacher training or extended contracts following a successful placement

 

If you are an ambitious Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to gain meaningful secondary school experience in a thriving Enfield school, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and make a genuine difference to pupils' learning.

 

 

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant | September 2026 | INDTEACH