Higher Level Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull Branch is seeking experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants to work across schools in Hull. You will support lesson delivery, lead classroom activities, and provide cover when required to help pupils develop confidence and independence.

Applicants should have HLTA status or a Level 4 qualification, strong classroom management, and experience in schools. A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required or available, with safeguarding knowledge a must.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 4 qualification
• Experience supporting teaching and learning in schools
• Confidence leading classroom activities and supervising pupils
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork
• Flexible and proactive approach with commitment to pupil progress

Responsibilities

• Lead planned learning activities with individuals, groups or classes.
• Provide classroom supervision and deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher absences.
• Support teachers with lesson preparation, resources, and adapting activities.
• Monitor pupils progress, provide feedback, and communicate observations to staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with SEND and other learning needs to build confidence and independence

Skills

HLTA status

Level 4 qualification

School experience

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 4 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title:Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Hull
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary Scale: £103–£125 per day (Depending on experience)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your education career? Do you enjoy leading learning activities, supporting teachers, and helping pupils achieve their full potential?

GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting for confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across schools in Hull. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced education professionals who can take on additional classroom responsibilities, lead learning activities independently, and contribute to pupils' academic and personal development.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support lesson delivery, lead classroom activities, and provide cover when required. You will help maintain positive behaviour, adapt learning activities to meet different abilities, and encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, and a positive attitude towards learning.

Core Responsibilities of the Higher Level Teaching Assistant

• Lead planned learning activities with individuals, small groups, or whole classes to support pupils' progress.
• Provide classroom supervision and deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher absences when required.
• Support teachers with lesson preparation, resource development, and adapting activities to meet different learning needs.
• Monitor pupils' progress, provide feedback, and communicate relevant observations to teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and other learning needs, encouraging confidence and independence.

As the Ideal Higher Level Teaching Assistant, You Should Have

• HLTA status, a relevant Level 4 qualification, or substantial experience demonstrating the ability to work at a higher level.
• Previous experience supporting teaching and learning within a school environment.
• Confidence leading classroom activities and supervising pupils independently when required.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting pupils' academic progress and personal development.

To Work with GSL Education, You Must

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Hold an up-to-date CV and provide references covering the last two years.
• Have recent experience working with children or young people.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

If you are an experienced education professional ready to take on greater responsibility and make a positive difference to pupils' learning, we welcome your application.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.