Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TimePlan Education; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Secondary HLTA to join a thriving secondary school in Rochdale. The ideal candidate will have HLTA status, deliver planned lessons, lead small-group teaching, and support staff across the school. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This role offers a full-time, long-term contract starting in January 2026, competitive salary based on experience, and a chance to make a real difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a secondary school environment.
• Confident delivering lessons and leading whole-class learning.
• Passionate about raising attainment and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons to KS3 and KS4 students using pre-prepared plans.
• Lead subject-specific or skill-based interventions.
• Support teachers with planning, differentiation and assessment.
• Work 1:1 with students who require additional academic or emotional support.
• Provide support across core subjects and/or your specialism.
• Take responsibility for small-group or whole-class teaching.
• Use data to track pupil progress and adapt support accordingly.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Secondary HLTA

Location: Rochdale

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: Dependent on experience

TimePlan Education is seeking a confident and skilled HLTA to join a thriving secondary school in Rochdale. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with HLTA status who is ready to take on increased responsibility, including lesson delivery, small-group teaching and supporting teaching staff across the school.

Role Overview

As a secondary HLTA, you will play a key role in delivering planned lessons, leading targeted intervention groups and providing high-level classroom support. You may also cover classes in the teacher's absence, making this a great stepping stone toward future teaching training.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons to KS3 and KS4 students using pre-prepared plans


• Lead subject-specific or skill-based interventions


• Support teachers with planning, differentiation and assessment


• Work 1:1 with students who require additional academic or emotional support


• Provide support across core subjects (English, Maths Science) and/or your specialism


• Take responsibility for small-group or whole-class teaching


• Use data to track pupil progress and adapt support accordingly

Essential Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent


• Strong experience in a secondary school environment


• Confident delivering lessons and leading whole-class learning


• Excellent communication, organisation and behaviour management


• Passionate about raising attainment and supporting young people

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you! Click the \"Apply Now\" button or contact our Manchester branch on (phone number removed) to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.