Job Description

Tradewind Recruitment - Ongoing - Immediate Availability

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Primary · Harrow, Outer London · Full-time or Part-time

Salary

£120 - £150

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

September 2026

Are you an experienced HLTA looking to take on more responsibility in a Harrow primary school? With your skills in leading lessons, supporting teachers and working with a wide range of learners, you could make a significant impact from day one.

About the role

Tradewind Recruitment is placing Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) in primary schools across Harrow on an ongoing basis. These are varied and rewarding roles for experienced practitioners ready to work at the next level.

As an HLTA, you will cover planned teacher absence, lead lessons across a range of subjects, deliver targeted group interventions and support curriculum delivery under the direction of the class teacher and senior leadership.

You will use your strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills to maintain high expectations and progress, adapt resources for different learners and contribute meaningfully to pupil assessment and feedback.

What we are looking for

HLTA status - essential

Substantial primary classroom experience in a TA or HLTA role

Confidence leading and covering whole-class lessons across core subjects

Strong subject knowledge in English and mathematics at primary level

Experience delivering group interventions and supporting pupils with SEND

Excellent communication and professional standards

Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge

Why teachers choose Tradewind

Competitive PAYE pay - weekly, transparent, with no umbrella deductions

Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one

Real local knowledge of Harrow schools and their leadership teams

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Ready to find the right school for you?

Get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment today. We will take the time to understand your experience and match you with a Harrow school where you will thrive.

Contact Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification