Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultants

Guaranteed payment

CPD courses

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is partnering with a welcoming school in Cardiff to recruit an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) on a temporary basis starting in Autumn Term 2026. The HLTA will support across the school, deliver pre-planned lessons, cover classes when required, and collaborate with teaching staff to promote pupil learning and development.

The successful candidate will possess an HLTA qualification or equivalent experience, strong classroom management, excellent

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience delivering lessons and covering classes.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support across the school and deliver pre-planned lessons.
• Cover classes when required and assist teaching staff.
• Help pupils’ learning and development through proactive support.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Lesson delivery

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Job description

Do you have experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in a busy school environment?

Are you confident delivering lessons and supporting pupils across the classroom?

Are you adaptable and able to think on your feet in a fast-paced setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive school in Cardiff that prides itself on flexibility and strong staff support. The school promotes a positive and inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to develop and succeed.

The school is looking to take on an experienced HLTA on a temporary basis starting in the Autumn Term 2026. The successful HLTA will be expected to support across the school, deliver pre-planned lessons, cover classes when required, and work closely with teaching staff to support pupils' learning and development.

The successful HLTA will have:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience


• Previous experience delivering lessons and covering classes


• Strong classroom management skills


• Excellent communication and organisational skills


• The ability to be flexible, adaptable and think on their feet


• A proactive and positive 'can-do' attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process


• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply


• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel


• Market leading rates of pay


• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.