Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Staff for Education are recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Ollerton. The role is to start in November 2026 and will be on a full time, long term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident education professional who is looking to take on greater responsibility within the classroom and make a positive impact on pupils’ learning and development.

The Role
• Supporting teachers with the planning and delivery of high-quality learning activities
• Delivering lessons and covering classes when required
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Leading targeted interventions to support pupil progress
• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2, depending on the school’s requirements
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress and providing feedback to teachers
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining high expectations
• Helping to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, support staff, and school leaders
• Supporting pupils with SEND and adapting learning activities where appropriate

In order to be considered for the role, you must have:
• A relevant HLTA qualification or significant experience working at a higher level within a primary school
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Experience delivering lessons or covering classes independently
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• The ability to confidently support pupils with a range of abilities and needs
• A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic approach
• The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• SEND experience is desirable

Why choose Staff for Education?
• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Weekly pay directly via PAYE.
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant providing ongoing support.
• Access to additional teaching vacancies across the region.
• Access to various CPD training opportunities.
• Flexibility allowing you to have a good work-life balance

Interested?
If you are an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity, please apply online with your up to date CV or you can contact our team on [phone removed] or send your CV to [email removed]

Staff for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all applicants to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Pay rate: The advertised rate is a guide and may vary depending on scale and experience, qualifications and the specific requirements of the role.

Skills Required

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Rate of Pay

£92.75 – £120.00 per day

Job ID – AE/HLTA