Higher Level Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull Branch is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support learning across a primary setting in York. The HLTA will deliver planned activities, lead lessons when needed, and work with pupils of varying abilities to promote inclusion and progress.

The successful candidate will have HLTA status or Level 4 qualification (or substantial relevant experience), strong communication and organisational skills, and an enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 4 qualification or significant experience.
• Experience supporting teaching and learning in a primary setting.
• Strong communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• Confident in leading whole-class learning and interventions.
• Positive, proactive approach; up-to-date CV and enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and activities when required.
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions to support progress.
• Assist with lesson planning, resources, and classroom organisation.
• Support pupils with SEND and promote inclusion.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, provide feedback to staff.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school team for positive outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Classroom management

Leadership

Education

HLTA status or Level 4

Experience in primary school

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £149 Per Day

Are you an experienced and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across a primary setting?

GSL Education Hull Branch are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a welcoming and high-achieving primary school in York. We are looking for a confident, dedicated, and proactive education professional who is passionate about supporting pupils' academic, social, and personal development while working collaboratively with teaching staff.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Role:

The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will work as part of a supportive team, providing high-quality classroom support, delivering planned learning activities, and leading lessons when required. We are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can confidently support pupils of varying abilities, promote positive learning behaviours, and contribute to an engaging and inclusive educational environment.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher when required
• Provide targeted one-to-one and small group interventions to support pupil progress
• Assist teachers with lesson planning, classroom organisation, and the preparation of learning resources
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs, promoting inclusion and independence
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff where appropriate
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and the wider school team to support positive pupil outcomes

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 4 qualification, or significant experience in a similar role
• Previous experience supporting teaching and learning within a primary school setting
• Strong communication, organisational, and classroom management skills
• Confidence in leading whole-class learning and delivering targeted interventions
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting pupils and colleagues
• An up-to-date CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained)
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or willingness to apply