Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Radcliffe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a Year 6 class in Bury. The ideal candidate will have experience in upper Key Stage 2 and strong communication and organisation skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for a permanent contract, ongoing training, and consistent hours. If you are a dedicated HLTA ready to make a positive impact, apply now!

Benefits

Opportunity for a permanent contract

Free safeguarding training

Ongoing CPD for HLTAs

Weekly pay

Direct support from a specialist consultant

Qualifications

• Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Two references covering the last two years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Availability for full-time, long-term work as a HLTA.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and cover lessons when required.
• Support classroom routines and assess pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Behaviour management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Bury, Whitefield M45
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch break)
Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.83 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Reeson Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced HLTA to support a Year 6 class in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the M45 area of Bury. This full-time, long-term HLTA position is ideal for someone ready to take on more responsibility while still supporting class teaching and pupil development.

The successful HLTA will be a key part of the Year 6 team, helping to deliver a smooth, structured, and inspiring curriculum in preparation for SATs. This role starts ASAP and may lead to a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• The HLTA will support the class teacher and cover lessons when required.
• The HLTA will support classroom routines, planning support where necessary and assessing pupil progress.
• The HLTA will work collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders, and external professionals.

Ideal HLTA Will

• Have recent experience supporting in upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Be confident supporting or delivering lessons in the teacher's absence.
• Be a proactive, professional, and committed HLTA.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills.

Requirements for the HLTA

• Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Two references covering the last two years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Availability for full-time, long-term work as a HLTA.

Benefits for the HLTA

• Long-term, full-time role with consistent hours and a supportive environment.
• Opportunity for a permanent contract.
• Free safeguarding training and ongoing CPD for HLTAs.
• Weekly pay and direct support from a specialist Reeson consultant.

If you are a confident and reliable HLTA ready to make a positive impact in a Year 6 class, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV!

About Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07