What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary School - Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), WESTMINSTER ACADEMY position at Guardian Jobs?
Education is Success. At Westminster Academy, we believe every young person—regardless of background—deserves an outstanding education. We are seeking a committed and capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to help us deliver on that promise.
This is more than a support role—it’s a chance to shape futures. As a HLTA, you'll play a vital part in ensuring students with diverse needs and aspirations are fully included, engaged, and empowered to thrive.
As part of our SEND Team, you will:
We’re looking for someone who:
Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.
This is more than a support role—it’s a chance to shape futures. As a HLTA, you'll play a vital part in ensuring students with diverse needs and aspirations are fully included, engaged, and empowered to thrive.
As part of our SEND Team, you will:
- Support learning across a wide range of subjects and age groups (Years 7–13)
- Plan and deliver targeted interventions and structured small-group or 1:1 support
- Provide high-quality classroom cover when needed, supporting continuity of learning
- Work closely with teaching staff, SEND specialists, and external professionals
- Contribute to our inclusive, student-centred learning environment every day
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds HLTA status or has significant experience in a similar role
- Has strong subject knowledge and classroom confidence across key stages
- Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
- Is reflective, resilient, and genuinely passionate about inclusion and student progress
- Has a growth mindset and a proactive, can-do approach to supporting learning
- Shares our belief in the power of education to transform lives
- A diverse, high-achieving student body with big ambitions
- An award-winning building in the heart of London with excellent transport links
- A dynamic, collaborative staff culture built on mutual respect and professional growth
- Ongoing access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities
- A strong, values-led ethos that prioritises inclusion, integrity, and innovation
Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.
