Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Tiverton & Exeter
Immediate Start | Devon

Are you an experienced and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your education career? Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Tiverton and Exeter, who are seeking skilled HLTAs to support teaching and learning across the curriculum.

About the Role
We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic HLTA to work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences. You may be supporting whole-class teaching, leading small intervention groups, and providing targeted support to pupils to help them reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking initiative, supporting diverse learning needs, and making a real impact in the classroom.

Key Details

• Start Date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate)

• Role Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm

• Pay: £95–£120 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

• Employer: Teaching Personnel – the UK’s leading education recruitment agency

Your Responsibilities

• Support and, where appropriate, lead whole-class learning under teacher direction

• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions

• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities

• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development

• What We’re Looking For

  • HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience (essential)

  • Strong understanding of the curriculum 

  • Confidence leading learning activities independently

  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills

  • A proactive, flexible, and supportive approach

  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

  Experience supporting pupils with SEND (ASD, SEMH, or learning difficulties) is highly desirable but not essential.

  Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive weekly pay via BACS (no umbrella deductions)

  • Access to free and subsidised CPD and HLTA-related training

  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

  • Opportunities for permanent roles

  • Pension scheme included

  • Work in supportive, inclusive school environments

  How to Apply
  Ready to make a difference as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant? Apply today with Teaching Personnel.

  01392 920363
  evie.mildon@teachingpersonnel.com

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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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