Higher Level Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Atherton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCO compliant

Flexible hours

CPD courses

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work full-time at a primary school in Atherton (M46), starting September 2026. The role involves supporting lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 when teachers are out on PPA or management release time.

You will need solid knowledge of the EYFS–KS2 curriculum and prior HLTA or teaching experience. This is a long-term role with potential to become permanent, Monday to Friday 08:30–15:30.

Qualifications

• Previous EYFS, KS1 and KS2 Teaching or HLTA experience.
• HLTA Status, QTS Status or Level 6 Degree.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with staff and students alike.
• Strong behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons across EYFS to KS2 when teachers are out on PPA or management release time.

Skills

EYFS experience

KS1/KS2 HLTA

HLTA/QTS/Level 6 Degree

Education

HLTA Status

QTS Status

Level 6 Degree

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Milk Education is looking for an experienced HLTA to work full-time at a primary school in Atherton (M46), and the role is to start in September 2026.

The temporary HLTA role will consist of covering lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 when the teachers are out doing PPA or need management release time.

In this HLTA role, you will be required to cover a range of subjects throughout EYFS - KS2, so knowledge and experience covering the EYFS - KS2 curriculum within a UK mainstream primary school setting is essential.

This is a long-term role that will start in September 2026 and could go from a temporary role to a permanent role for the ideal applicant. The HLTA role will be full-time, 08:30am until 15:30pm, Mon to Fri.

Requirements or Skills

• Previous EYFS, KS1 and KS2 Teaching or HLTA experience
• HLTA Status, QTS Status or Level 6 Degree
• The ability to develop positive relationships with staff and students alike
• Strong behaviour management skills

Benefits to YOU

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCO Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCO Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCO guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.