HLTA

 HLTA

Full-time

Primary School

Chislehurst

Start: September 2025

 

We are currently seeking a confident and proactive HLTA to join a welcoming and well-supported primary school in Chislehurst on a full-time basis from September.

The Role

In this HLTA role, you will provide full-time cover across two primary classes, both of which are already supported by a class teacher and another HLTA. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality PPA (Planning, Preparation and Assessment) cover, ensuring continuity of learning and maintaining strong classroom routines in the teacher’s absence.

You will be expected to lead whole-class sessions, following lesson plans and adapting activities to suit the needs of all learners. In addition, you will play a key role in supporting small group interventions, assisting with assessment for learning, and providing targeted support to pupils who may need additional help.

The school are looking for an HLTA who has the following:

• Experience working in a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom presence and ability to manage and engage pupils.
• A flexible and team-oriented mindset.
• Enthusiasm to support learning and step up when needed.

While HLTA status is not essential, prior experience leading or covering classes is highly desirable. In return, the school offers ongoing training, coaching, and professional development to help you grow in the role.

The School

This well-regarded primary school in Chislehurst offers a supportive and inclusive environment with a strong emphasis on respect, creativity, and high standards. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the school is known for its nurturing ethos, excellent behaviour, and above-average academic outcomes. With a forward-thinking leadership team and ongoing training and professional development Is available for all staff.  The school is easily accessible by car and public transport.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV outlining your skills and experience.

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

 

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