Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School in Salford
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Are you an experienced HLTA looking for a rewarding new opportunity? A supportive and inclusive primary school in Salford, in partnership with Teaching Personnel, is seeking a confident and capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

About the Role:

As a HLTA, you’ll play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You’ll work closely with teachers and senior leaders to deliver high-quality learning experiences and may be asked to lead whole-class sessions, small group interventions, and targeted support for pupils with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned lessons to whole classes in the absence of the teacher
• Support learning through small group work and targeted interventions
• Assist with planning, assessment, and classroom organisation
• Work with pupils across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 as needed
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families

What We’re Looking For:

• HLTA status or equivalent relevant experience in a primary school
• Confidence in leading learning independently across the primary age range
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to the needs of different learners, including SEN support
• A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE
• Access to our CPD Academy for further professional development
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Simple digital tools to manage your work (via our myTP platform)
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent roles
• Recognition through our annual Excellence in Education Awards

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your education career and want to make a real difference in a vibrant Salford primary school, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your updated CV. A member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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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