Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane, London, N15 4AB7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September
Closing date
14 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
7 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Term time only: actual salary £27,162.90- £28,761.03 (40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year)
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,288-£32,070
Pay scale
- Grade 4 (Outer London)
Additional allowances
Pension Scheme (LGPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits
What skills and experience we're looking for
Inspire and transform learning with us. Support local children as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane.
The actual salary for this role will be£27,162.90- £28,761.03 (40 hours per week, 38 weeks per year).
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above
- NVQ Level 3, or equivalent
- Good knowledge of a range of learning barriers, including special needs
- Experience of contributing to and assessing provision for children with a range of needs
- Some knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
- At least two years' school based experience as a TA, or equivalent
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What the school offers its staff
Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane opened in September 2012. We are sponsored by Lord Harris of Peckham and enjoy the benefits of being part of a high achieving Federation. All of our academies have been graded as 'Good' or 'Outstanding' from Ofsted.
Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane is an Outstanding primary academy and we have high expectations and aspirations for your children. All our staff aim to give every child an exceptional education providing support, care, enrichment and challenge as they come through our doors. We give them opportunities to enjoy their learning and prepare them for future academic success as well as happy lives. We have a unique creative curriculum, a clear vision, high expectations, strong moral values and a love of learning.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Flexible working opportunities
Harris Federation is committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual’s circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.
Our approach to flexibility includes a range of solutions, from tailored working hours to part-time arrangements, where appropriate, ensuring that we maintain our high standards of education while supporting the wellbeing of our staff. Whether you are a classroom teacher, support staffor part of our senior leadership team, we work together to find solutions that align with both the operational needs of the academy and your professional development.
Harris Federation and our academies are dedicated to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every member of staff can thrive and feel valued in their role.
Further information about the job
As aHigher Level Teaching Assistant, your areas of responsibility will include:
- Complementing the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or short term for whole classes and monitoring children and assessing, recording and reporting on their achievement, progress and development.
- The management and development of teaching within the academy and/or management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training
- Under an agreed system of supervision, taking a lead role within the academy to address the needs of children who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning
- Supporting children, the teacher and the academy in order to raise standards of achievement for all (e.g. SEN, EAL, More Able, all underachieving groups)
- Encouraging children to become independent learners, providing support for their welfare, and supporting the inclusion of children in all aspects of academy life
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane
- School type
- Academies, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 428 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane website
- Email address
- careers@harrisfederation.org.uk
- Phone number
- 020 8808 3231
Harris Primary Academy Philip Lane is a successful two form entry primary with part-time nursery located in North London. Our aim is to provide an education that is affirming, aspirational and transformational so that all our children leave us academically and emotionally equipped for their next stage. Our staff strive to provide the best possible education and opportunities for our children to face the challenges of the 21st century. We are welcoming and supportive. If you visit our website you can view our priorities, approaches, vision and values in more detail.
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