HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) – Perfect for Aspiring Primary Teachers | Hammersmith & Fulham

Are you a passionate graduate with aspirations of becoming a Primary School Teacher?

Do you want to gain invaluable classroom experience in a supportive school environment before starting your teacher training in September 2025?

Ribbons & Reeves are delighted to be working with an Outstanding Primary School in Hammersmith & Fulham, recruiting a dedicated graduate to join their team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) from January 2025. This role is an excellent opportunity to develop your teaching skills and build the foundation for a successful career in education.

HLTA – Role Overview

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Salary: £25,000
Start Date: January 2025, continuing until July 2025
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, within an Outstanding-rated Primary School
Development: Comprehensive training, CPD opportunities, and hands-on teaching experience to prepare for teacher training in September 2025.

Candidate Criteria:

A First-Class or Upper Second-Class (2:1) degree in any discipline from a top UK university.
Previous experience working with children in any capacity (e.g., tutoring, volunteering, childcare).
A genuine passion for teaching and supporting young learners.
Strong academic background, including excellent GCSE and A-Level results.
The confidence to lead small group sessions and occasionally cover lessons independently.

Role Responsibilities: As an HLTA, you will:

Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
Lead small group interventions and support pupils on a 1:1 basis where required.
Take responsibility for planning and delivering activities during teacher absence.
Play a key role in supporting children’s academic progress and emotional development.
Gain practical classroom experience while developing essential skills for your teaching career.

This HLTA position is perfectly suited to an aspiring Primary Teacher who is eager to gain hands-on experience before embarking on a PGCE or teacher training programme in September 2025. You will work closely with experienced educators in a nurturing environment, receiving the guidance and support you need to excel in your future teaching career.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping aspiring educators secure long-term and permanent roles, like this HLTA position in Hammersmith & Fulham.

For similar opportunities, visit our website or search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your journey to becoming a Primary School Teacher!

HLTA – Perfect for Aspiring Primary Teachers | Hammersmith & Fulham