Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational placement company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students in a secondary school setting. The role involves leading targeted interventions to enhance learning, particularly for GCSE maths and English. Ideal candidates will have HLTA qualifications or equivalent experience and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Career development opportunities

Trial day offered

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learning in a secondary school setting.
• Ability to work closely with teachers and support staff.
• Strong skills in supporting GCSE maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead targeted interventions to support individual learners.
• Manage one-to-one sessions for students needing extra help.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Work with teachers and SEN staff on student development.

Skills

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Confident working with KS4 pupils

Classroom management skills

Communication skills

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Derby (DE11) 110-130 per day Full Time Start Date: 12th January 2026 Secondary School

The Opportunity

Join Long Term Futures (LTF) in supporting a successful secondary school in Burton upon Trent (DE11) within a mainstream setting. We work with children aged 11-16, however the focus age groups are for years 10 and 11. We are seeking a dedicated Higher Teaching Learning Assistant to become part of our supportive team. At this school, our aim is to engage learners with education and help them reach their full potential.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead targeted interventions for individuals and small groups to support learning.
• Focus on one-to-one sessions with learners who need that extra support, mainly across GCSE maths and English subjects.
• Promote positive behaviour, focus, and engagement in lessons.
• Support learners with time outs and de-escalating techniques.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and the pastoral team to support student development.

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or equivalent secondary school experience.
• Confident working with KS4 pupils.
• General subject knowledge, especially for GCSE maths and English.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills.
• Flexible, resilient, and committed to helping every pupil succeed.
• A proactive team player with excellent communication skills.

Why Join?

• Competitive daily rate and consistent hours.
• Supportive school team with career development opportunities.
• Trial day offered, no formal interview process.
• Work with Long Term Futures, specialists in long-term and permanent school placements.

At Long Term Futures, we specialise in long-term and permanent placements, giving you the chance to build lasting connections within schools.

Apply today with Long Term Futures, or contact Jimmy directly to learn more about the role.

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