Gateshead Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School
Location: Gateshead
Contract: Ongoing / Temporary (with potential for extension)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a welcoming primary school in Gateshead. This is a varied and rewarding role, requiring flexibility and confidence to work across all key stages, including Reception.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning throughout the school, as well as leading small intervention groups during two afternoon sessions each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality classroom support across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher when required
• Lead small intervention groups to support pupil progress (two afternoons per week)
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including those displaying challenging behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to maintain a positive and productive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA status or equivalent experience
• Proven experience working across all primary key stages, including Early Years
• Strong behaviour management skills and confidence supporting challenging behaviour
• The ability to lead learning independently and use initiative
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A positive, resilient, and adaptable approach

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• Potential for longer-term or permanent opportunities

If you are an experienced HLTA looking for a dynamic role where you can make a real impact across a primary setting, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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