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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 20 February 2026
Salary: £23,000.00 to £30,000.00 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 22 March 2026
Location: SE13 6JL
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: HIGHERLEVELTEAC-260220-0948

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Summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Transform Ambitions in Lewisham’s Most Dynamic School

Looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant role where your drive shapes futures? This unique opportunity in vibrant Lewisham places you at the forefront of pupil progress, classroom innovation, and exceptional SEND support. If you’re a high-achieving graduate with ambitions in teaching, psychology, or SEN, our school environment invites you to champion change, embrace pivotal responsibilities, and cultivate lasting impact from day one.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant here, you will be immersed in a truly exceptional learning community. This premier Lewisham school, recognised for outstanding pastoral care and relentless dedication to student development, is where aspirations meet reality. Thrive amid experienced educators, cutting-edge SEN resources, and a culture of collaboration—each day will maximise your professional growth and open doorways to accelerated CPD, expert mentorship, and career progression.

Key Highlights:
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant: Circa £23,000 • £30,000 pro-rata
• Location: Lewisham – vibrant, accessible, community-centred
• Ofsted: Consistently graded ‘Good’ – pushing for ‘Outstanding’
• Tailored CPD: Fast-track pathways into teaching, psychology, and SEN
• World-class SEN resources, STEM labs, and interactive learning zones
• Perfect for: Aspiring teachers, budding psychologists, future SEN specialists

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Delivering and adapting group & class-wide interventions at a high level
• Leading targeted activities for both enrichment and SEND pupils
• Supporting planning, assessment, and lesson delivery alongside expert teachers
• Driving pastoral support—contributing to a nurturing, progress-driven atmosphere
• Bringing energy to enrichment, extra-curricular clubs, and subject projects

Ideal "Higher Level Teaching Assistant" for this Lewisham School:
• Outstanding degree holder (2:1 or above) – all disciplines welcome
• Aspiring educator, psychologist, or SEN leader with a bold vision for impact
• Innovative, fast-learning, and eager to specialise in SEN or classroom mastery
• Commitment to breaking barriers for every pupil, every lesson
• Compassionate, resourceful, and deeply passionate about education

Why Join This Lewisham School?:
• A forward-thinking, inclusive, and achievement-driven staff team
• Unrivalled access to mentorship from expert teachers and inclusion specialists
• Bespoke CPD plans: step confidently into teaching, psychology, or SEN
• Modern campus with digital classrooms, sensory rooms, and collaborative workspaces
• A welcoming, culturally rich community that celebrates every success

If you’re determined to carve your education career in a role where innovation and ambition are celebrated, this Higher Level Teaching Assistant position in Lewisham is the powerful springboard you’ve been seeking. Interviews are being arranged now—ignite your journey and apply to make every day count!

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