Join Hook Lane Primary School as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Be a Leader in Learning

Hours: 36 hours per week; Mon - Friday 8.40am - 3.15pm.  Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 38 weeks per year  Start Date: ASAP Actual Salary: Scale 8 Point 81 - 84 £28,233.17 - £30,932.40 Actual Salary

Are you an experienced and passionate practitioner ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning while contributing to a culture where children become confident, curious and fearless learners?

At Hook Lane Primary School, we are proud of our warm, collaborative and inclusive environment where adults work together to make every day better than the last and where children are encouraged to take risks, learn from mistakes and enjoy success. Our motto of Encouraging Fearless Learners reflects our belief that learning happens best when children feel safe, challenged and supported.

We are looking for an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team — someone who shares our passion for high-quality learning, has strong communication skills and is ready to take on responsibility in the classroom and beyond

About The Role

As an HLTA at Hook Lane, you will:

• Lead planned learning activities and interventions across classes

• Support teachers with planning, assessment and curriculum delivery

• Deliver high-quality teaching where necessary, including providing cover for short-term teacher absence

• Work with individuals and small groups to support progress and wellbeing

• Support behaviour for learning with consistency, clarity and positive relationships

• Help to monitor and record pupil progress

• Collaborate with colleagues to embed effective, inclusive practice

You will be supported to develop further in this role, with access to training, reflection time and leadership opportunities. You will also work closely with our Inclusion Lead and classroom teams to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with additional needs or challenges.

Who You Are

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Hold HLTA status or have Level 4/5 equivalent experience with the potential to work at HLTA level

• Have strong understanding of effective primary teaching and learning

• Are confident in supporting learning across the curriculum

• Build positive, purposeful relationships with pupils, staff and families

• Display resilience, adaptability and professionalism

• Believe in high expectations and inclusive education

You might currently be a Level 3/4 TA looking for progression, or an existing HLTA eager to grow your impact and leadership in a supportive, collaborative setting.

What We Offer

Here’s what you can expect:

• Work-Life Balance role, you’ll benefit from the school holiday schedule, giving you more time to focus on your well-being and enjoy a healthy work-life balance

• A nurturing and inclusive school culture rooted in kindness, challenge and teamwork

• Opportunities to contribute to a nurturing setting where children thrive.

• Access to CPD training helping you grow in confidence, skill and knowledge.

• Real progression opportunities into wider role across the school or the Trust 

• National terms and conditions, including the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Staff wellbeing initiatives and regular development opportunities.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Hook Lane Primary School so special. Please contact the school office on 020 8303 3839 to arrange.

You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached.  Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!

Hook Lane Primary School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.