Flexible HLTA for Primary Schools | Day-to-Day & Long-Term

Astro Education; Keele; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay £105–£115

Flexible supply opportunities

Job summary

Astro Education is recruiting experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to work across partner primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and surrounding Staffordshire areas. Flexible day-to-day to long-term placements with competitive daily rates of £105–£115, depending on experience and assignment.

The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, supporting pupils across the primary age range, and assisting with planning and assessment under supervision.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial HLTA responsibilities
• Experience in a UK primary school
• Ability to deliver lessons from teachers' planning
• Strong classroom and behaviour management

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to whole classes during teachers' PPA time, training and short-term absences.
• Provide effective classroom cover across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Lead targeted small-group and individual interventions in literacy and numeracy.
• Support teachers with planning, preparation and delivery of engaging activities.
• Support pupils with SEND and adapt activities to learning needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and a positive attitude toward learning.

Skills

HLTA qualification or experience

UK primary school experience

Lead whole-class learning

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge (primary)

Job description

Astro Education is recruiting experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to work across partner primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and surrounding Staffordshire areas. Flexible day-to-day to long-term placements with competitive daily rates of £105–£115, depending on experience and assignment.

The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons, supporting pupils across the primary age range, and assisting with planning and assessment under supervision.