Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Huddersfield seeks an experienced Higher Learning Teaching Assistant to support teachers and pupils on a permanent, full-time basis. This role involves managing classroom behavior, delivering lessons during absences, and fostering a caring learning environment. Candidates should hold a HLTA qualification or equivalent and be passionate about supporting pupils' needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting teachers in and out of the classroom.
• Passion for raising standards of teaching.
• Ability to motivate and encourage pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in behavioral management and lesson delivery.
• Plan and deliver classes during absences.
• Provide 1:1 support to pupils as required.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Behavioral support

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent to a level 4 NVQ

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Higher Learning Teaching Assistant, Huddersfield

Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

A Huddersfield school in the HD1 area is seeking an experienced HLTA to join on a long-term basis to support pupils and staff, contributing to high standards and achievements. Responsibilities include supporting teachers in behavioural management and lesson delivery, with potential to plan and deliver classes during absences. 1:1 support may also be required.

Are you experienced in providing exceptional support to staff and pupils?
Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career in a fast-paced environment?
Do you have a passion for supporting and caring for pupils' needs?
If yes, we would love to hear from you!

Hours: Term time, Monday-Friday
Pay: GBP90-GBP110 per day, depending on experience.
Start date: ASAP.
Contract: Permanent, full-time

The school:

• Passionate about providing exceptional teaching and encouraging pupils to achieve their best.
• Fosters integrity, confidence, resilience, good behaviour, and caring for each other.
• Provides a caring and encouraging learning environment where pupils can learn with confidence.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a HLTA qualification or equivalent to a level 4 NVQ.
• Have experience supporting teachers in and out of the classroom.
• Be passionate about raising standards of teaching.
• Have experience managing classroom behaviour and incidents.
• Motivate and encourage pupils to reach their potential.
• Communicate effectively with staff and report incidents professionally.

Eligibility through Prospero Teaching:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered with the online update service or willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years.