Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) | Full-Time | Salford | December 2026 Start

Location: Salford
Start Date: December 2026
Pay: Competitive Weekly Pay
Hours: Monday to Friday | Term Time Only

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Salford to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time role starting in December 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA to join a supportive school community that is committed to providing high-quality education and ensuring every child reaches their full potential. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school while making a positive impact on pupils' academic and personal development.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will support learning across the primary age range, working closely with teachers and support staff to deliver engaging learning experiences. You will lead lessons when required, deliver targeted interventions, and provide support to pupils with a range of learning needs.

This role offers the opportunity to become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking school where your skills and experience will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities to whole classes when required
• Support teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum
• Lead intervention groups to raise attainment and accelerate pupil progress
• Provide tailored support for pupils with SEND, EAL, and additional learning needs
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Assist with assessment activities, progress monitoring, and record keeping
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and carers
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular activities and school events

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking an individual who:

• Has previous experience working as a HLTA or in a similar primary school support role
• Holds an HLTA qualification or has relevant equivalent experience
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Is confident leading whole-class learning and delivering activities independently
• Possesses strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Is proactive, adaptable, and nurturing in their approach
• Is committed to inclusive education and helping every child succeed

About the School

The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive, both academically and personally.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay based on experience and responsibilities
• Access to free and discounted CPD through our industry-leading CPD Academy
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Easy management of timesheets and bookings through the myTP portal
• Opportunities to work within a variety of local schools and academy trusts
• Ongoing wellbeing and safeguarding support
• Recognition through Teaching Personnel's Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Today

If you are an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a supportive Salford primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your latest CV today and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss this exciting December 2026 opportunity in more detail.

Safeguarding Statement

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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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