Job title: HLTA - Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Barking, East London
Job published: 15-06-2026
Job ID: 121208

Job Description

HLTA | Primary School | Barking

Are you an experienced HLTA looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive primary school?

A welcoming and ambitious primary school in Barking is seeking to appoint a dedicated HLTA to join their team from September 2026. With interviews commencing next week, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HLTA to make an immediate impact across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

The successful HLTA will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning throughout the school. As a HLTA, you will work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons, provide targeted interventions, and support pupils of varying abilities to achieve their full potential. This HLTA position offers a varied role, with opportunities to lead whole-class learning when required and contribute to the wider life of the school.

The school is seeking an HLTA with at least one year of experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting. Strong communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff are essential qualities for this HLTA role.

Why Join This School?

  • Supportive and welcoming primary school environment
  • Excellent professional development opportunities
  • Potential routes into school-based teacher training
  • Ideal for graduates considering a long-term teaching career
  • Experienced leadership team committed to staff development
  • Friendly and collaborative staff culture
  • Interviews commencing next week

This HLTA role would suit an ambitious individual who is passionate about primary education and eager to take the next step in their career. Whether you are an experienced HLTA or a graduate with strong classroom support experience, this position offers an excellent pathway into teaching and wider educational leadership.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this HLTA in Barking. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this HLTA role.

 

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