Higher Level Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Blyth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Key Stage 1 and 2 in a welcoming school in Cramlington, Northumberland. The role involves delivering planned lessons, leading small group interventions and supporting pupils across KS1-2.

You should be qualified as HLTA (or equivalent) with primary school experience, flexible and proactive, and an enhanced DBS. The position offers a temporary with potential to go permanent, starting September 2026, with competitive

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or hold an equivalent qualification or QTS.
• Experience working in a primary school, preferably Key Stage 2.
• Able to lead whole-class learning and deliver targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons to whole classes during teacher release time.
• Lead small group and one-to-one interventions to accelerate pupil progress.
• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and 2.
• Collaborate with class teachers to plan engaging activities and maintain high behaviour standards.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Primary school experience

QTS (qualifications)

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Key Stage 1 and 2

Location:Cramlington, Northumberland
Salary: £120 - £130 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary with the opportunity to become permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Are you an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We're working with a welcoming and supportive school in Cramlington to recruit a dedicated HLTA to support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and 2.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic HLTA who enjoys leading learning, delivering interventions and occasionally covering whole classes. You'll work closely with teaching staff to ensure pupils receive engaging, high-quality learning experiences and are supported to reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you'll:

• Deliver planned lessons to whole classes during teacher release time.


• Lead small group and one-to-one interventions to accelerate pupil progress.


• Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and 2.


• Work alongside class teachers to plan and deliver engaging learning activities.


• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.


• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.


• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND where required.

About You

We're looking for candidates who are:

• Qualified as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or hold an equivalent qualification or QTS.


• Experienced working within a primary school, ideally in Key Stage 2.


• Confident leading whole-class learning and delivering interventions.


• Flexible, organised and proactive in supporting teaching and learning.


• Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.


• Hold (or are willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.


• A welcoming and supportive school community.


• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.


• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.


• The opportunity to secure a permanent role within the school.

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