Job Description

HLTA - PPA Cover (3 Days Per Week)

Tower Hamlets, East London

£130 per day

Part-Time (Wednesday to Friday)

September 2026 Start | Full Academic Year

Looking for Variety Without the Planning?

If you enjoy teaching across different year groups and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity.

SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide high-quality PPA cover across the school.

Starting in September 2026, this part-time position offers three days of work each week (Wednesday to Friday) and is expected to continue for the entire academic year.

About the Role

As the school's dedicated PPA Cover HLTA, you'll teach pre-planned lessons across a range of primary year groups, ensuring pupils continue to receive engaging, high-quality learning while class teachers have their allocated planning and preparation time.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys the variety of working with different classes while becoming a valued member of one supportive school community.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering well-prepared lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2

Creating a positive, purposeful learning environment

Managing behaviour confidently and consistently

Supporting pupils to remain engaged and make progress

Working closely with teachers and school leaders to ensure continuity across the curriculum

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

HLTA status or significant experience leading whole-class learning within a primary school

Confidence teaching across a range of primary age groups

Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

A flexible, organised and proactive approach

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Why Join This School?

This friendly one-form entry primary school has a strong reputation for its welcoming atmosphere and supportive leadership. Staff work collaboratively, new team members are made to feel at home quickly, and there is a genuine commitment to creating a positive environment for both pupils and colleagues.

Whether you're an experienced HLTA or an aspiring teacher looking to broaden your classroom experience, this role offers consistency, variety and the chance to make a real impact throughout the school year.

Interviews are being arranged now for a September 2026 start.

Apply Today

To find out more or be considered for this opportunity, please contact Stephanie Watson at SANZA Teaching Agency.

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Why Work with SANZA?

As a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer, SANZA Teaching Agency partners with outstanding schools across London and offers ongoing support, expert career guidance and access to more than 30 accredited CPD courses.

SANZA Teaching Agency is REC Audited Education Gold Standard accredited and is committed to safeguarding, equality of opportunity and inclusive recruitment