EYFS Higher Learning Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Scale 7 - £30,613 - £31,427 (actual pro-rata salary – includes Inner London Weighting / Ealing Supplement)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year – term time

Contract: One-year fixed term contract

Are you passionate about Early Years education and ready to make a difference in our children’s first experiences of school life? At Horsenden Primary School, we are excited to be expanding our Nursery provision from September 2025 and are seeking a caring, committed and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will spend each morning working closely with the Nursery teacher and wider EYFS team to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences supporting our expanding Nursery provision. In the afternoons you will provide class cover across EYFS and the wider school. You’ll need to be confident leading learning and managing whole classes in the teacher’s absence, following clear plans and using positive behaviour management strategies in line with our school approach.

We are seeking someone who:

•  Holds HLTA status or an equivalent relevant qualification
•  Has a proven track record of positively impacting pupil outcomes.
• Has strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and experience in a school-based Nursery or similar setting
• Is confident leading learning with individuals, small groups and the whole class when required
• Value inclusion and enjoys working as part of a team to develop new and exciting ways of teaching.
• Is reflective, proactive and values professional development and can build excellent relationships with young children and their families

As an EYFS HLTA, you will:

• Work closely with the class teacher and phase leader to plan and deliver an engaging EYFS curriculum that ensures high standards of learning and attainment.
•  Lead targeted interventions, track progress, and set clear goals to enhance pupil achievement.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all children to thrive and succeed.
• Supervise and lead pre-prepared lessons in the EYFS and across the school.
• Play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

Why Join Horsenden Primary School?

Horsenden is a vibrant, diverse three-form entry primary school located in Greenford, London Borough of Ealing. We offer:

• A strong and supportive leadership team dedicated to school improvement and professional development.
•  A well-resourced school with fantastic facilities, including the Seahorse Swim School.
• A collaborative, enthusiastic EYFS team and engaged, eager learners.
• Regular professional feedback and development opportunities through our effective appraisal system.

Safeguarding Commitment

Horsenden Primary School is committed to safeguarding children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children.

Come and Visit Us

We warmly welcome visits. To arrange one, contact Mrs F Carver at recruitment@horsenden.ealing.sch.uk or call 020 8422 5985

How to Apply

• Download the application form and job description
• Upload your completed application form to the TES platform.

Please note: CVs will not be accepted.

Closing Date: Monday 16th June 2025 at 12pm midday

Interviews: Thursday 19th June 2025

Come and help us build the foundations of a lifelong love of learning!