Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

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Please apply online. For further information about the role, please contact the school directly.

Contract: Fixed Term to 31st August 2026

An exciting chapter is continuing at New North Academy and we are looking to appoint a HLTA to bring their passion and creativity to our successful school. Our school is driven by our five key values - Showing Respect, Taking Responsibility, Being Fair, Enabling Success and Nurturing Community.

New North is an exciting and vibrant primary school in the heart of Islington. We boast really fantastic facilities, including an outdoor classroom, a purpose-built dance studio, sports and drama halls, equipped with professional sound and lighting and a building that provides lots of space and light to support learning and working.

We are looking for a HLTA who:

• HLTA qualification
• Is passionate about supporting and developing children to reach their potential and who believe that they can.
• Have a secure understanding of how pupils learn.
• Is dedicated, hardworking and will go the extra mile for their pupils.
• Is reflective and strive to be the best they can be.
• Value feedback and act upon it to keep getting better.

HTLA role will include:

• Covering classes across the school, for known absence and professional development.
• Flexibility to cover sickness absence.
• Delivering lessons planned by teachers.
• Giving feedback to teachers and other staff.
• Planning and delivering interventions to support key pupils or groups of pupils, across the school.
• Attend teacher CPD meetings.
• Manage behaviour in an effective and positive manager.

At New North Academy we aim to empower all of our colleagues to work collaboratively, encouraging creativity and new thinking to provide a holistic education for our children.

Information about our school is available on our website www.newnorthacademy.com

Closing date: 6th July 2025
Interview date: 9th July 2025

Safeguarding Statement
Learning in Harmony Trust 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. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.

Our aim is to foster a culture of inclusivity that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and ensures that no one is discriminated against in any way. By embracing diversity, we believe we can tap into the unique perspectives and talents of our employees, creating a more innovative and creative workforce that can better meet the needs of our pupils.