Higher level Teaching Assistant

Newstaff Employment Services Ltd.; Bedford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Bedford for a long-term contract. The role involves supporting teaching, planning engaging lessons, and providing targeted support to students. This is a significant opportunity for dedicated professionals to make a difference in the classroom while enjoying ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support.

Access to long-term and permanent opportunities.

Competitive daily pay rates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a UK primary or secondary school setting.
• Confident in delivering lessons to whole classes.
• Willingness to obtain enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the school.
• Lead small group interventions and whole class sessions.
• Assist in planning and delivering engaging lessons.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Behaviour Management

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Higher level Teaching Assistant, Bedford

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Client:

Newstaff Employment Services Ltd.

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Long-Term Contract
Location: Bedfordshire
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

Newstaff Education division are currently looking for a passionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a vibrant and supportive school on a long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teaching and learning across the school, covering planned absences and PPA time.
• Lead small group interventions and whole class sessions where required.
• Assist in planning, preparing and delivering engaging lessons under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to raise achievement and ensure inclusion.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working in a UK primary or secondary school setting.
• Confident in delivering lessons to whole classes.
• Strong communication, organisational and behaviour management skills.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join Newstaff Education?

• Dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support and guidance.
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities across Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire.
• Competitive daily pay rates and weekly payroll.

If you’re a committed HLTA or an experienced TA that is ready to take the next step in their career and into a long-term role, we’d love to hear from you!

Newstaff are committed to safeguarding children; the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS with further vetting checks including references. If you have lived outside the UK for more than 6 months in the past 10 years you will need to provide overseas ‘police good conduct’ check.

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