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HLTA - Prescot

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Merseyside
Date posted : 03/12/25
  1. Full Time
£95 - 110 per day

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School

Location: Prescot (L34)
Start Date: October 2025
Schedule: Full Time (Early finish on Fridays)
Contract: Temporary with potential to become permanent
Pay Rate: £95 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)


About the School

This welcoming and well-established primary school in Prescot is dedicated to providing an inclusive, high-quality education for all pupils. The school fosters a positive, nurturing environment where both children and staff are supported to reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a real impact in young learners’ lives.


Role Overview

We are seeking a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the team from October. This full-time role is perfect for someone confident in leading lessons and supporting pupils across a range of year groups.


Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
  • Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups.
  • Assist with planning, preparation, and classroom organisation.
  • Support the delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum.
  • Contribute to assessment and reporting.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Ideal Candidate

  • Holds an HLTA qualification or has equivalent experience.
  • Previous experience in a primary school setting.
  • Confident in leading whole-class teaching when required.
  • Strong communication and classroom management skills.
  • Flexible, proactive, and committed to supporting pupils and staff.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE (no umbrella companies).
  • A dedicated consultant to guide you through your placement.
  • Access to flexible opportunities across local schools.
  • Easy-to-use myTP platform for timesheets, payslips, and admin.
  • Ongoing CPD including Safeguarding, Team Teach, and SEN-specific training.

Apply today with your CV or contact the Teaching Personnel Liverpool Primary Team for more information.

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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