Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Merton Park Primary School, London, SW19 3HQ31 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 19.5hrs per week. 8.30-4pm 3 days a week - Days tbc
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- ME7
What skills and experience we're looking for
The HLTA will:
Teach classes to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem, wellbeing and social inclusion
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching and learning
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to increase achievement of all pupils
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning
Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning
Planning
Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning
Plan how they will support the inclusion of pupils in the lessons (under the guidance of the class teacher & Inclusion lead)
Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals
Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers
Keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with
Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Professional development
Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness
Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school
Take part in the school’s Professional Growth procedures
Other areas of responsibility
Safeguarding & Health and Safety
Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
The HLTA will be required to follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.
Please note, this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the HLTA will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.
What the school offers its staff
Merton Park Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce.
We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Further information about the job
HLTA Person specification
Qualifications and training
GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and maths
Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistants Standards or equivalent qualifications
First-aid training, or willingness to complete it
Experience
Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting
Experience working with children / young people
Experience planning and delivering learning activities
Experience of planning and leading teaching and learning activities (under supervision)
Skills and knowledge
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
Excellent verbal communication skills
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
Understanding of effective teaching methods
Knowledge of how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the SEND code of practice
Personal qualities
Enjoyment of working with children
Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality
Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAdditional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Merton Park Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 228 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Merton Park Primary School website
- Email address
- lmiller@mertonpark.merton.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 02085427128
‘A school where everyone can flourish’
The governors, staff and children of Merton Park Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and excellent Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and professional team.
Merton Park Primary School is an inclusive and successful primary school providing an outstanding standard of education. We are extremely ambitious for all our pupils and achieve excellent results through our exemplary behaviour, knowledge-rich curriculum and explicit teaching.
The vision for our pupils is to create Successful Learners, Confident individuals and Responsible citizens & our virtues are kindness, honesty & courage.
Collaboration and support are embedded within the culture of the school. Staff are the vital ingredient in our school’s success, and our commitment to the development and wellbeing of staff at all levels is a fundamental priority for us.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, and we would be delighted to show you around. Please contact the school office for an appointment, contact details can be found on our website.
Closing date: Friday 17th April at midday
Interviews week commencing 21st April
Safeguarding Statement:
Merton Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online checks and criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions.
All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of our safer recruitment procedures.
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an on-going basis and interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, therefore, we encourage early applications.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s alone will not be accepted.
Successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.
Arranging a visit to Merton Park Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lmiller@mertonpark.merton.sch.uk.
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