Higher level Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers
Kensington & Chelsea, Greater London

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school community in Kensington.

About the role

Deliver learning activities to individuals, small groups, and whole classes under the direction of the class teacher

Provide high-quality support across the primary key stages and support pupils with varying learning needs to help them achieve their full potential

About the school

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Kensington, serving a diverse community and fostering a positive, supportive learning environment. The school holds a strong sense of community, dedicated and collaborative staff team, and our commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Higher level Teaching Assistant you will:

  • Hold HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience
  • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

  • HLTA/equivalent qualification

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
  • Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
  • Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Kardelen Altindag on 0207 0657549 or email [email protected] .

Posted 2026-01-30

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