Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5PG16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
25 September 2026
Closing date
11 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- GLF Specialist Actual Salary: £23,426.64
Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary
Inspire young minds and make a real difference every day.
Hillcroft Primary School is looking for a passionate and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
Your Opportunity
Working closely with the Headteacher and teaching staff, you'll play a vital role in helping every child thrive. From delivering engaging planned lessons to supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, you'll be at the heart of creating a positive, inclusive and inspiring learning experience for all.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and enthusiastic HLTA who is committed to helping children achieve their full potential. Whether you're leading learning, providing targeted support, or encouraging pupils to grow in confidence, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
What we are looking for
- Hold relevant qualifications, including a good general education (GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above) and an HLTA qualification (or willingness to undertake)
- Have experience in supporting and delivering lessons to whole classes and supporting learning
- Be skilled in adapting and delivering engaging learning strategies, managing behaviour effectively, and supporting pupils' emotional and academic development.
- Demonstrate strong organisational skills, including preparing resources, maintaining pupil records, and contributing to classroom planning.
- Show excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, working well with colleagues, children, and parents.
- Be motivated, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding. P
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.
About Hillcroft Primary School
Hillcroft is a happy, vibrant and forward thinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated in ensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best. We have high standards and expect the best. As part of the Chalklands Cluster, comprising of four GLF schools within the area, we have a collaborative approach towards working which means the schools work closely together to provide an exceptional educational experience to the local communities. The schools benefit from being able to share resources and support each other where needed. It will also allow for more opportunities for career progression across the cluster and give you the chance to enhance your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: GLF Specialist Point 1 - £28,009
Actual Salary: £23,426.64
Hours: 35hrs per week, 39 weeks per year
Closing Date:
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 462 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
The successful candidate will be a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player.
What we are looking for
• Experience of working in Primary setting
• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• A commitment to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
• A successful track record of improving performance outcomes
• A passion to make a difference
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