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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

  • Location:

    East London

  • Sector:

    Primary Support

  • Job type:

    Temporary (Long-Term Contract)

  • Salary:

    £120 - £130 per day

  • Contact:

    Nathan Ziel

  • Contact email:

    nathan@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    NZ773_1771664404

  • Published:

    about 6 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-03-23

Waltham Forest | £120-£130 per day | Full-Time | Immediate & Ongoing Roles

Reeson Education is recruiting an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support primary schools across the borough of Waltham Forest, including Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone and Chingford.

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone ready to take on additional responsibility, lead whole-class sessions, and provide structured intervention support across KS1 and KS2.

The Role - Higher Level Teaching Assistant

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons during PPA cover
  • Lead small group booster sessions in Maths and English
  • Support pupils preparing for SATs in Upper KS2
  • Work alongside class teachers to raise attainment
  • Provide targeted SEN intervention where required

Schools are seeking a proactive and organised Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can confidently manage behaviour, maintain learning momentum, and adapt across year groups.

What Schools Are Looking For

The ideal Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Previous experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant
  • Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
  • Confidence leading full classes independently
  • Excellent classroom and behaviour management
  • Flexibility to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunity offers both long-term placements and consistent supply work across Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone and Chingford.

Why Work as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest?

  • Competitive pay between £120-£130 per day
  • Supportive senior leadership teams
  • Clear expectations and structured timetables
  • Opportunities for progression

If you are an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant ready to secure your next rewarding role in Waltham Forest, apply today with Reeson Education.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%