Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Tameside
Job Type: Full-time, 8.15am–3.30pm (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)
Salary: £100–£120 per day (dependent on role and experience)
Start Date: April 2026 onwards (September 2026 starts also available)

Are you a passionate, adaptable and enthusiastic educator looking to make a real difference across the primary phase? Whether you are an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant or an ECT seeking to gain varied classroom experience, we have exciting opportunities across welcoming and supportive primary schools in the Tameside area.

Schools are seeking committed HLTA practitioners to provide a mix of classroom-based support, targeted interventions and whole-class PPA cover across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. These positions have arisen as schools are planning ahead to close learning gaps, support key assessment points (Phonics Screening, MTC and Year 2 & 6 summative assessments) and ensure consistent, high-quality learning during staff absences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality PPA cover, delivering pre-prepared lessons across EYFS–KS2
• Adapt confidently to different classes, year groups and subjects
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions to raise attainment in phonics, reading, writing, maths and SPaG
• Support teaching and learning daily, contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Assist the teacher in preparing engaging learning resources and materials
• Provide feedback to pupils and support ongoing assessment
• Promote inclusion for pupils with SEND, EAL and varying abilities
• Uphold high standards of behaviour and contribute to the wider school ethos

Qualifications:

• HLTA status or equivalent Level 4 qualification (QTS or ECTs also warmly welcomed)
• Experience working in primary schools (across EYFS,KS1, KS2)
• Strong behaviour management and confidence delivering whole-class lessons
• Flexibility, resilience and a proactive, positive attitude
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

What Teaching Personnel Offer?

• Opportunities across friendly, supportive and community-focused primary schools
• Long-term opportunities with potential to go permanent
• Ongoing CPD, professional development and tailored training
• Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications
• A dedicated personal recruitment consultant who checks in regularly
• The chance to make a meaningful impact across all areas of primary education

If you’re passionate about teaching and ready for your next career step, apply now with your up-to-date CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch promptly to discuss the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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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