Higher Level Teaching Assistant

The Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Local school network

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Trust in Barnsley is recruiting a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a temporary, full-time role at a local primary school. You will support teaching and learning across year groups, deliver targeted interventions, and cover lessons when needed.

Ideal candidates hold HLTA status or have equivalent experience, with strong classroom management and communication skills. This role offers collaborative support from Trust Education and opportunities for ongoing placements within

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum HLTA status or have relevant experience within a similar role (ECTs ideal).
• Have experience working within primary.
• Be confident delivering intervention programmes and small group support.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Be reliable, organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have a proactive and positive approach to supporting teaching and learning.
• Be flexible and confident providing class cover when required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning across primary.
• Planning, preparing, and delivering targeted intervention work to support pupil progress.
• Providing occasional class cover where required.
• Working closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging and effective support sessions.
• Creating a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils of all abilities and learning needs to achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively with staff, pupils, and parents to support positive outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Intervention delivery

Small group support

Team player

Education

HLTA status

ECTs ideal

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Role:

Full-Time HLTAL

Location:

Barnsley (S63)

Contract Type:

Temporary

Trust Education is recruiting on behalf of a primary school in the S63 area for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).

The Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning across primary
• Planning, preparing, and delivering targeted intervention work to support pupil progress
• Providing occasional class cover where required
• Working closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging and effective support sessions
• Creating a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting pupils of all abilities and learning needs to achieve their potential
• Working collaboratively with staff, pupils, and parents to support positive outcomes

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold a minimum HLTA status or have relevant experience within a similar role (ECTs ideal)
• Have experience working within primary
• Be confident delivering intervention programmes and small group support
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills
• Be reliable, organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Have a proactive and positive approach to supporting teaching and learning
• Be flexible and confident providing class cover when required

What we offer:

• Support from a dedicated team of consultants at Trust Education
• Access to a network of local primary schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for further placements

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check