Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term assignment

Competitive pay

Support from consultant

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited in Huyton is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a long-term, full-time position starting ASAP/September 2026. The HLTA will support pupils across the primary age range, delivering engaging lessons and interventions when the class teacher is unavailable.

The successful candidate will have HLTA/TA experience in a primary setting, strong classroom management, and be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents as part of a

Qualifications

• HLTA/TA qualification or equivalent
• Experience in a primary school setting
• Ability to lead whole-class learning and small-group interventions
• Strong classroom management skills
• Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to supporting pupils
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

Responsibilities

• Lead whole-class learning and deliver engaging lessons and interventions in the absence of the class teacher
• Deliver small-group interventions to support learning and wellbeing
• Support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing and maintain a positive classroom environment

Skills

Classroom management

Interventions

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

HLTA/TA certification

Job description

Primary HLTA Long-Term Position

Location: Huyton
Contract: Long-term, full-time
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

TeacherActive is excited to be working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Huyton, who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a long-term basis.

The successful candidate will be confident supporting pupils across the primary age range and able to deliver engaging lessons and interventions in the absence of the class teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is passionate about supporting children s learning, development and wellbeing.

The successful HLTA will:

• Have experience working within a primary school setting
• Hold relevant HLTA, TA or equivalent experience
• Be confident leading whole-class learning and small-group interventions
• Have strong classroom management skills
• Be enthusiastic, reliable and committed to supporting pupils
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Be able to work effectively as part of a supportive school team

In return, the school offers:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment
• A long-term opportunity with the potential for continuity
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on pupils learning and development
• Support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant
• Competitive rates of pay

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

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.