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  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Merseyside
Date posted : 23/02/26
  1. Full Time
£100 - 110 per day

Job description

HLTA – Year 6

Start Date: March
Full‑Time • KS2 • Year 6 Focus
Pay Rate: £100-£110 per day (DOE)

Are you an experienced HLTA looking to make a real impact in a Year 6 classroom? Teaching Personnel are recruiting a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning in a wonderful primary school based in Huyton (L36). This role involves working closely with the Year 6 teaching team to prepare pupils for SATs, build confidence and deliver targeted support.


The Role

As the Year 6 HLTA, you will:

  • Deliver planned lessons and interventions, supporting pupils with preparation ahead of SATs.
  • Lead small‑group activities focused on English, maths and revision strategies.
  • Offer in‑class support, adapting learning for a range of abilities.
  • Provide high‑quality classroom cover where needed.
  • Work closely with the Year 6 teacher and leadership team to raise attainment and maintain positive behaviour.
  • Build strong relationships with pupils to boost engagement, motivation and progress.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HLTA confident in upper‑KS2 curriculum content and passionate about pupil outcomes.


About the School

This role is based in a highly regarded primary school in Huyton known for:

  • A nurturing, inclusive learning environment
  • Ambitious standards and strong leadership
  • Excellent pastoral support
  • A warm, community‑focused atmosphere
  • A committed and welcoming KS2 team

The school places great value on teamwork and pupil wellbeing, making it a supportive and rewarding setting for an HLTA.


Ideal Candidate

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

  • An experienced HLTA with confidence delivering lessons and interventions.
  • Strong in Year 6 curriculum knowledge, especially English and maths.
  • Skilled at supporting a wide range of learning needs.
  • Proactive, organised and able to take initiative.
  • Clear and confident in behaviour management.
  • Passionate about helping pupils achieve their best in their final year of primary school.
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting positive learning.

Great Transport Links in Huyton (L36)

The school is well‑connected and easy to reach, with:

  • Regular buses linking to Huyton Village, Prescot, Kirkby, Broadgreen and Liverpool City Centre.
  • Close access to the M57 and M62 for quick commutes across Merseyside.
  • Nearby Huyton and Roby train stations, offering frequent services into Liverpool.
  • On‑site or nearby parking.

An ideal location whether you’re local or travelling from surrounding areas.


Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Joining TP gives you:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • A dedicated, local consultant who supports you throughout
  • Opportunities for long‑term and short‑term work
  • Free CPD, including safeguarding and curriculum training
  • Access to a wide network of primary schools across Merseyside
  • A smooth, friendly and efficient registration process

We place educators in roles where they can grow, feel valued and make a meaningful difference.


Apply Today

If you're an experienced HLTA ready to support a Year 6 class from March, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch for a friendly chat.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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