Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD access

Safeguarding training

Flexible working

Referral bonus £100

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Leighton Buzzard to recruit a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) from January 2027. The role involves supporting teaching staff, delivering lessons in the absence of the class teacher, and providing targeted help to pupils to raise attainment.

You will work across year groups, plan and adapt activities, monitor progress, and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• Confidence delivering lessons across different year groups.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective classroom practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, adaptable, and positive approach to supporting teaching and learning.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons to whole classes in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support teaching and learning across a range of year groups.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to provide targeted intervention and raise attainment.
• Assist with planning, preparing, and adapting learning activities to meet pupils' needs.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers.
• Promote positive behaviour and create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and carers.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, ensuring all children can access the curriculum effectively.

Skills

HLTA experience

Primary school experience

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent & collaborative working

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location:Leighton Buzzard, Buckinghamshire

Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time

Start Date:January 2027

Daily Rate: £110 – £140 (dependent on experience)

Our agency is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Leighton Buzzard, seeking a confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from Janaury 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is passionate about supporting pupils' learning and development while working closely with teaching staff across the school.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will work collaboratively with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons, lead learning activities, and provide high-quality support to pupils, helping them achieve their full potential.

• Deliver planned lessons to whole classes in the absence of the class teacher
• Support teaching and learning across a range of year groups
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to provide targeted intervention and raise attainment
• Assist with planning, preparing, and adapting learning activities to meet pupils' needs
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers
• Promote positive behaviour and create an inclusive, supportive learning environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and carers
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, ensuring all children can access the curriculum effectively

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Confidence delivering lessons across different year groups
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective classroom practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, adaptable, and positive approach to supporting teaching and learning
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team

• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two relevant professional references
• Eligibility to work in the UK

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Flexible working options including full-time and part-time roles
• £100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)

If you are an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity in Milton Keynes, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Call: 01296 752 499