Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Newbury and Surrounding Areas
Pay: £95 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career

Teaching Personnel is seeking confident and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support a range of primary and secondary schools across Newbury and the surrounding areas.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants looking to take on additional responsibilities, support teaching and learning across the classroom, and make a meaningful impact on pupils' educational journeys.

The Role

As an HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teachers and helping pupils achieve their full potential. You may be required to lead small group interventions, cover lessons in the teacher's absence, and provide targeted support to students with varying learning needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities
• Lead whole-class sessions when required
• Support pupils individually and in small groups
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and school leaders
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs where required

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have:

• HLTA status or significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience supporting children in a school setting
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• A flexible, proactive, and professional approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily rates of £95 - £110 per day, depending on experience
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities for day-to-day, long-term, and permanent positions
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Access to free and discounted CPD training courses
• Dedicated support from your local Teaching Personnel consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school settings

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel partners with schools across Berkshire to provide high-quality support staff and educators. We are committed to helping education professionals find rewarding opportunities that match their skills, experience, and career aspirations.

Whether you're an established HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

Join Teaching Personnel and make a positive difference in schools across Newbury.

Apply now to become part of our dedicated team of education professionals.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and employment verification in line with our safer recruitment practices.