HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant): Cultivate Excellence in Hackney

Step into a transformative HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) role in one of Hackney’s most dynamic schools and accelerate your journey into education or psychology. Here, you’ll be more than support staff—you’ll be a pivotal presence inspiring young lives, raising aspirations, and building an enviable skill set that will define your future career. If you’re a driven graduate, aspiring teacher, or prospective SEN specialist ready to make measurable impact, this is the premium opportunity that will set you apart.

As an HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) in this Hackney setting, you’ll enjoy best-in-class mentoring, exposure to innovative pedagogy, and exceptional scope for professional progression. You’ll operate within a school that is bursting with creativity, collaboration, and ambition—where high expectations meet genuine inclusivity, and where your development matters as much as your contribution. Benefit from state-of-the-art training, regular CPD, and a supportive ethos, all while refining your expertise alongside passionate educators and aspiring psychologists.

Key Highlights:

• HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) at the forefront of educational practice
• Salary: Circa £29,000 Pro-rata—exceptional for school support staff
• Hackney location—excellent transport links, vibrant local culture
• Ofsted: Graded “Good” with clear ambitions for Outstanding
• Continual CPD and bespoke career pathways—gateway to teaching, SEN, psychology
• Ideal for ambitious graduates eyeing teacher training, Ed. Psych., or SEND pathways
• Purpose-built classrooms, inclusive learning resources, tech-integrated environment

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Taking charge of small-group teaching and targeted intervention sessions across key stages
• Delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of class teachers—real teaching experience
• Supporting learners with diverse needs, including SEN, EAL, and high-attaining students
• Collaborating closely with class teachers, therapists, and leadership to drive progress
• Developing, resourcing, and evaluating enrichment projects and bespoke learning packages
• Leading assessment and feedback cycles to monitor and celebrate pupil progress

Ideal HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) for this Hackney School:

• Outstanding graduate with a strong academic background
• Aspiring teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist seeking impact and experience
• Energetic, methodical, compassionate—driven by pupil progress and inclusion
• A relentless learner with commitment to continuous professional growth
• Poised, resilient, and passionate about transforming education in diverse communities

Why Join This Hackney School?:

• Innovative, supportive staffroom and inspirational school leadership
• Unmatched access to training, mentorship, and fast-track progression opportunities
• Warm, community-centred ethos—respect, ambition, and kindness everywhere
• Dedicated behaviour and wellbeing teams support staff and pupils alike
• Secure your future: this school proudly launches the next generation of teachers, psychologists, and leaders

If you’re motivated to accelerate your educational career in a vibrant Hackney school, this HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) post delivers challenge, reward, and limitless opportunity. Don’t miss your chance—apply early for priority consideration!

How to Apply

Ready to take your HLTA skills to the next level in Hackney’s vibrant primary schools? Don’t wait—opportunities like this are rare and applications are reviewed as soon as they come in. Make your mark: submit your application right away to ensure you’re considered while positions are still open.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!