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HLTA

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Merseyside
Date posted : 08/07/26
  1. Full Time
£100 - 110 per day

Job description

HLTA – Primary Cover

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Huyton, L36

Full Time • HLTA • General Classroom Support & Cover

Pay Rate: £100 - £110 per day (DOE)

A lovely school in Huyton are seeking a committed and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a welcoming primary school in the Huyton area. This role offers a varied timetable, providing general HLTA support across different classes and delivering high-quality classroom cover where required.

If you enjoy variety in your day, can adapt to different year groups, and are looking for a long-term opportunity starting in September 2026, this role could be perfect for you.

The Role

As the school's HLTA, you will:

  • Deliver pre-prepared lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 when teachers are absent
  • Support learning in class by working with whole classes, small groups and individual pupils
  • Assist with intervention groups across core subjects
  • Adapt learning materials to meet the needs of pupils with differing abilities
  • Maintain strong classroom management and promote positive behaviour
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and senior leaders
  • Build positive relationships with pupils to support engagement, confidence and progress

This is an ideal role for an HLTA who enjoys a dynamic day-to-day environment and is confident covering a range of primary year groups.

About the School

This primary school in the Huyton area is known for:

  • A nurturing and inclusive learning environment
  • Supportive and approachable senior leadership
  • A strong emphasis on teamwork and staff wellbeing
  • Excellent pastoral support for pupils
  • A friendly and welcoming atmosphere throughout the school

It's a setting where staff feel valued, supported, and part of a positive school community.

Ideal Candidate

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

  • An experienced HLTA comfortable delivering lessons across the primary age range
  • Confident with classroom cover and leading learning independently
  • Adaptable and able to work across different year groups
  • Skilled in supporting pupils with a range of learning needs
  • Calm, organised and proactive in your approach
  • Strong in behaviour management
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting positive learning outcomes

Great Transport Links in Huyton

The school benefits from:

  • Excellent bus routes connecting Huyton with Liverpool, Prescot, Kirkby and surrounding areas
  • Easy access to the M57, M62 and major local road networks
  • Nearby Huyton and Roby train stations with regular services
  • On-site or nearby parking available

Convenient whether you're local to the area or commuting from elsewhere in Merseyside.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Joining Teaching Personnel gives you:

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • A dedicated local consultant
  • Access to long-term and short-term opportunities
  • Free CPD and training courses
  • A large network of primary schools across Merseyside
  • A smooth, supportive registration process

Apply Today

If you're an experienced HLTA ready to take on a flexible and rewarding cover role from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and a member of the Teaching Personnel team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity.

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.
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