Higher Level Teaching Assistant Doncaster HLTA

Academics; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Doncaster for temporary, flexible supply work across local primary schools. The role suits an ECT, graduates, or experienced HLTAs seeking varied opportunities through the Academics year.

You will deliver engaging lessons, support learning and behaviour management, and adapt to different classes and age ranges as needed. A supportive consultant and access to ongoing training accompany these assignments.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering engaging lessons in primary settings.
• Strong knowledge of school policies and safeguarding.
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the schools planning
• Follow schools behaviour and rewards policies
• Support children's learning and development in a nurturing environment
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners
• Work independently and as part of a team across different settings
• Be flexible and adaptable, move between classes and age ranges

Skills

Lesson delivery

Behaviour management

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Degree educated or Level 4 HLTA

QTS (not essential)

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Doncaster

Temporary | Flexible Opportunities for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant Doncaster

September 2026 and potential for ongoing work throughout the Academics year for qualified and suitably skilled educators.

Are you a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant Doncaster looking for flexible supply work in the local area?

Academics, a leading Education Agency, is currently recruiting for enthusiastic and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants or Cover Supervisors to support primary schools in Doncaster and the local South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire regions. We work with a range of schools and have preferred supplier relations with many local schools and Academy Trusts across the region.

This role is perfect for an ECT looking to gain more experience, degree educated graduates thinking of a teaching career and experienced HLTA's or Cover Supervisors looking for more flexible work or new opportunities. Academics, a leading teaching agency, are committed to delivering high-quality service within the education and training sector.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the schools planning
• Follow schools behaviour and rewards policies
• Support children's learning and development in a nurturing environment
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners
• Work independently and as part of a team across different settings
• Be flexible and adaptable, the role can require you to be happy to move into different classes, cover different age ranges, different levels of ability. Think on your feet.

Requirements for the role - Higher Level Teaching Assistant Doncaster

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (not essential but can be helpful
• Degree educated or Level 4 HLTA or equivalent qulification
• Previous experience in school setting desirable- but we are open to Graduates seeking a career in teaching
• Strong knowledge of how schools work
• Confident behaviour management skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• A genuine passion for education and training
• Happy to complete mandatory training needed to be cleared to work in school setting - Child Safeguarding, Allergy Training and so on.

Why Work with Academics?

• Competitive daily pay (paid weekly via PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay)
• Flexible, temporary roles to suit your availability
• Access to ongoing education and training, including CPD opportunities
• A dedicated consultant supporting your career
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Access to exclusive roles within local partner schools
• Dedicated team, with extensive sector knowlege, experience and working partnerships

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.