Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Sunderland Secondary Schools
Competitive Daily Rates, Long-Term, ASAP Start

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for long-term positions across secondary schools in Sunderland, with work available immediately. HLTA status is essential — this is a role for someone qualified and experienced enough to lead sessions independently, cover classes, and operate as a senior and trusted member of the support team without extensive direction.

Schools across Sunderland are actively looking for HLTAs who can step in confidently, contribute to planning and assessment, and make an immediate impact on the students they work with.

What the role involves:

• Leading learning activities and covering classes independently when required
• Delivering structured 1:1 and small group interventions
• Supporting teachers with planning, differentiation, and resource preparation
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to reviews
• Acting as a senior member of the support team
• Liaising with the SENCO, subject teachers, and pastoral staff
• Upholding safeguarding responsibilities at all times

To be considered:

• Substantial experience as a Teaching Assistant in a secondary school setting
• Confidence leading learning and managing a classroom independently
• Strong understanding of SEND and diverse learners
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

What Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive daily rates reflecting your qualifications and experience
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Dedicated consultant support
• Free CPD and professional development
• Opportunities for permanent employment

Contract: Long-term, Start: ASAP, Location: Sunderland secondary schools

Send your CV or call 0191 223 5071.

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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