Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Smile Education; Bilston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a part-time role in a primary school in Bilston. The position involves delivering planned lessons, supporting KS2 students, and working collaboratively with teachers. Ideal candidates will possess strong classroom management skills and have an enhanced DBS certificate. This opportunity offers flexible hours and competitive pay, making it suitable for both early career teachers and those seeking more flexibility.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive pay rates

Access to online CPD courses

Referral bonus

Opportunity for temp to perm positions

Qualifications

• Qualified HLTA with experience in KS2.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain.
• Confident leading whole-class learning.

Responsibilities

• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities.
• Providing intervention support and classroom cover.
• Working closely with class teachers and support staff.

Skills

Qualified HLTA

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Lead whole-class learning

Flexible and proactive

Job description

Overview

HLTA (Year 6) – Part-Time – Bilston
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Bilston, West Midlands (WV14)
Contract Type: Part-time, Long-term (Afternoons only)
Salary: £110-£130 per day, dependent on experience

Smile Education is proud to be working on behalf of a wonderful and welcoming primary school in Bilston to recruit a strong and experienced HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) for a part-time role, afternoons only working in a Year 6 class. The school is seeking a confident and adaptable HLTA to support learning in Year 6. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in a vibrant school community. This would be great for ECTs looking for experience across all year groups or experienced teachers looking for flexibility and no planning.

The HLTA Role

• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities
• Supporting across KS2
• Providing intervention support and classroom cover
• Working closely with class teachers and support staff

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified HLTA with experience in KS2
• Confident leading whole-class learning
• Flexible, proactive, and committed to high standards
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one

Why Smile Education?

• Dedicated consultant support always searching for your ideal role
• Competitive pay rates based on experience and regularly reviewed
• Access to online CPD course including free annual Safeguarding & Prevent Training free of charge
• Referral bonus: if you know someone looking for flexible tailored work then you could earn up to £200 per successful referral
• Exclusive partnerships with local MATs giving you access to LOCAL & REGULAR work that suits you
• Opportunity for positions to go form temp to perm through relationship building with local schools

If you are an experienced HLTA ready for a Part-time role in a thriving Bilston primary school, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact Smile Education for more details.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.