Flexible HLTA: Lead Classes & Targeted Interventions

Randstad Education; Cottenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Local consultant support

Flexible day-to-day or long-term roles

Range of local schools

Job summary

Randstad Education in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for day-to-day cover or longer-term placements near Cottenham and across Cambridgeshire.

You will lead whole classes, deliver pre‑planned lessons, and support teachers to raise pupil attainment across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with a DBS check required.

Choose flexible work patterns, benefit from local consultant support, and experience a range of local schools with potential for permanent roles.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 4 qualification (or equivalent)
• Proven experience independently leading whole classes within a primary school setting (EYFS, KS1, KS2)
• Excellent knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum and primary age‑group development
• Outstanding communication skills, a proactive attitude, and confident classroom management
• A valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to complete one)

Responsibilities

• Classroom cover: take whole‑class responsibility to cover planned teacher absences and deliver pre‑planned lessons across primary subjects
• Targeted interventions: plan, prepare, and deliver small‑group or 1:1 interventions in literacy, numeracy and phonics
• Collaboration: work with class teachers to assess pupil progress and adapt learning resources
• Learning environment: foster a positive, inclusive classroom with strong behaviour management

Skills

HLTA experience

Outstanding communication

Classroom management

Proactive attitude

Adaptability

Education

HLTA Status or Level 4 qualification

Foundation degree in education

QTS or equivalent (optional)

Job description

Randstad Education in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for day-to-day cover or longer-term placements near Cottenham and across Cambridgeshire.

You will lead whole classes, deliver pre‑planned lessons, and support teachers to raise pupil attainment across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with a DBS check required.

Choose flexible work patterns, benefit from local consultant support, and experience a range of local schools with potential for permanent roles.