Job Description:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £100–£120 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Start: September 2026 – immediate/as soon as possible

Teach Now is recruiting an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming primary school in Hertfordshire. This is a great opportunity for a confident HLTA who enjoys taking an active role in the classroom and is comfortable supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2.

You will work closely with class teachers, deliver planned learning activities, lead small groups and interventions, and provide class cover when required. There may also be opportunities to support pupils with additional learning or SEN needs.

The role

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
  
• Lead targeted interventions in English and maths.
  
• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
  
• Provide whole-class cover where appropriate.
  
• Help maintain positive behaviour and a purposeful learning environment.
  
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to support pupil progress.
  

We are looking for

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 3 qualification, ideally with HLTA-level experience.
  
• Strong KS1 and/or KS2 classroom experience.
  
• Confidence leading groups and covering classes.
  
• Good behaviour management and communication skills.
  
• A proactive, dependable and encouraging approach.
  

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.