Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Stockport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Stockport. In this role, you will deliver lessons under supervision, supervise pupils, and manage classroom behavior. Candidates should have HLTA status or equivalent, GCSEs in English and Maths, and a strong understanding of the KS1/2 curriculum. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development. This is a temporary role with the potential for permanency later.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Competitive Rates

CPD Training Opportunities

Professional Support

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons under the direction of a teacher.
• Supervise and support pupils, managing classroom behaviour.
• Provide feedback to teachers and assist with pupil reports.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Strong understanding of the KS1/2 primary national curriculum

Experience as a teaching assistant

Effective communication skills

Patience and empathy

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Position: HLTA

Location: Stockport, SK4

Contract Type: Temporary, Long-term

Start Date: 23/02/2026

This role is perfect for an experienced teaching assistant who is interested in exploring their skills as a teacher. Our partner school is looking for a teaching assistant who has what it takes to work across the school with small groups of pupils, 1:1 with pupils who need supporting and even teach classes. As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) you will work day today completing the responsibilities of a teaching assistant, but you will also be called upon to teach classes when teachers are absent.

This role is perfect for an experienced teaching assistant who is interested in exploring their skills as a teacher. You will need a good understanding of the KS1/2 national curriculum, experience as a teaching assistant in primary education and finally a passion for educating young people.

Higher-level Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned lessons under the direction of a teacher.
• Supervise and support pupils, as well as manage classroom behaviour.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Provide feedback to teachers and contribute to pupil reports.
• Ability to deliver lessons and manage a class effectively while adapting learning activities for different abilities and needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, whilst communicating effectively.
• Provide emotional and social support to pupils when needed.
• Participate in training and development activities.
• Keep up to date with educational practices and safeguarding requirements.

Higher-level Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, usually at grade C/4 or above.
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational role.
• Strong understanding of the KS1/2 primary national curriculum.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards children’s learning.
• Enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Why Teaching Personnel?

• Access to Variety of Roles and Schools
• Weekly Pay and Competitive Rates
• CPD Training Opportunities
• Resolute Team Offering Professional Support
• Recognition Through the Excellence in Education Awards

If you meet the criteria above and are interested in this position, we want to hear from you! Apply with a copy of your CV above.

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