HLTA, Croydon

HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) 

Location: Croydon 

Salary: £110 – £120 per day 

Start date: September 2026

Working hours: 08:00am – 16:00pm

Are you ready to inspire, nurture, and make a real difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Join a team that is as passionate as you are about helping every child reach their potential!

We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a dynamic and inclusive Primary Special Needs School. Our partner school is committed to creating a supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment where children with SEMH challenges can thrive and flourish.

Key responsibilities

In this key role, you’ll be an integral part of the school’s mission to provide a tailored education that meets the individual needs of each student. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting learning: Plan and deliver engaging lessons in collaboration with teachers, adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of children with SEMH.
• Leading interventions: Work one-on-one and in small groups to provide focused learning and emotional support.
• Building relationships: Foster trust and positive relationships with students to encourage confidence and resilience.
• Behaviour support: Promote a calm and inclusive classroom environment, using effective strategies to manage behaviour.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create and implement holistic education plans.
• Student progress: Monitor, assess, and celebrate the achievements of students, ensuring their progress is communicated effectively to staff and parents.
• Day-to-day support: Assist with classroom preparation, extracurricular activities, and supervision during breaks and outings.

Qualifications and skills required

• A HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• A proven ability to work with children with SEMH needs, including understanding their challenges and how to support them effectively.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and innovative teaching strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• A collaborative mindset, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Why choose Engage?

We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and we pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

I’m interested. How do I apply? 

Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly. All applicants require a formally recognised teaching qualification and training. 

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. 

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

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