Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School | Worsley

Location: Worsley
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-Time

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be supporting a welcoming and ambitious primary school in Worsley in their search for a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a thriving school community that places inclusion, pupil achievement, and staff development at the heart of everything it does. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to support learning across the school, helping pupils develop both academically and personally.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will work alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons, lead targeted interventions, and provide valuable support to pupils of varying abilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teachers with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities
• Delivering intervention programmes for individuals and small groups
• Leading learning sessions and covering classes when required
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Supporting pupils' academic progress and social-emotional development
• Preparing classroom resources and learning materials
• Monitoring, recording, and reporting on pupil progress
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and carers

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced Teaching Assistant or qualified HLTA
• Passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential
• Confident leading small groups and delivering planned learning activities
• Knowledgeable about effective classroom practice and behaviour management
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Organised, proactive, and adaptable in a busy school environment
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Working with Teaching Personnel gives you access to:

• Flexible Opportunities – A variety of roles suited to your skills, experience, and career aspirations
• Professional Development – Ongoing CPD and training through our industry-leading CPD Academy
• Competitive Weekly Pay – Rates reflective of your experience and responsibilities
• myTP Portal Access – A simple way to manage timesheets, bookings, and key documents
• Dedicated Consultant Support – Expert guidance throughout your placement
• Wellbeing-Focused Service – Supporting your professional success and personal wellbeing
• Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate your achievements through our Excellence in Education Awards

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic and proactive HLTA looking for your next challenge in a supportive and rewarding primary school setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your up-to-date CV today and take the next step in your education career with Teaching Personnel.

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

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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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