Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Smart Teachers
Hammersmith, Greater London
We are looking for a motivated, caring and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join one of our Primary Schools in Hammersmith and Fulham.

About the role

The successful candidate will support teaching and learning across the school, working with individuals, small groups and whole classes under the direction of the class teacher.

The ideal candidate will be confident in leading learning activities, supporting pupils of varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and contributing positively to a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. You will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to supporting children’s learning and well-being.

About the school

A welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Hammersmith, serving a diverse and vibrant local community.

The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where all pupils are supported to achieve their full potential.

They have a strong focus on high-quality teaching and learning, with high expectations for both pupils and staff.

Requirements

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

Hold HLTA status or equivalent experience
Have experience working in a primary school setting
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

HLTA status or equivalent experience
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 or email .

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Posted 2025-12-21

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