Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Finchley, Barnet

Location: Finchley, Barnet
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Salary: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking to make a meaningful impact to the English department in a dynamic secondary school environment? Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking passionate and skilled HLTAs to join forward-thinking and inclusive secondary schools across Finchley and support their English departments.

About the Role

As a English specialist HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across key stages. You will be expected to deliver pre-planned lessons, support individual or small group English interventions, and assist in the development of students' academic and personal growth. This role is ideal for someone confident in managing classrooms and passionate about helping young people succeed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver English lessons in the absence of a teacher, following provided plans

  • Support students with varying learning needs, including SEN and EAL

  • Assist in behaviour management and classroom engagement strategies

  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff to raise student achievement

  • Provide feedback on student progress to teachers and pastoral teams

  • Contribute to the creation of a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

What We're Looking For

  • HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience

  • Previous experience in a UK secondary school setting

  • Hold an English degree, or a TEFL, ESOL qualification

  • Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

  • Confidence in leading classes and managing pupil behaviour

  • A proactive and flexible approach to supporting teaching and learning

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

What We Offer:

  • A supportive school environment with experienced staff and a collaborative SEN team
  • An excellent opportunity for professional development - ideal for those considering a career in teaching
  • Competitive pay (based on experience)
  • Full-time hours and a long-term placement, starting in September 2025.

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and eager HLTA with a passion for supporting English, apply now to join one of our secondary schools in Finchley, or send your CV to elizabeth.topley@twrecruitment.com!

Alternatively, for more information on this role, please contact Elizabeth on 0207 845 5450 (option 3).