Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

AMA Admin; Bolton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Flexible placements

Temp-to-perm routes

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work at a primary school in M26, Bolton, with an ASAP start for short- or long-term placements. You will lead learning activities, support teachers, and help pupils develop academically and personally.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons when needed, lead interventions in core subjects, and promote safeguarding and positive attitudes. The role offers flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent demonstrating ability to lead learning activities independently.
• Experience as TA or HLTA in a primary school.
• Experience delivering whole-class learning when teacher is absent.
• Solid knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum (English & Maths).
• Confident classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with varied needs and abilities.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher absence or as required.
• Support planning and delivery of learning activities across the primary curriculum.
• Lead small-group interventions in reading, writing and maths.
• Provide targeted 1:1 support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Adapt activities and resources for different abilities.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and a productive classroom environment.
• Monitor engagement and progress, give feedback to teachers.

Skills

HLTA lead learning

Primary classroom management

Strong communication

English & Maths knowledge

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - M26

About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work at a primary school based in M26, with an opportunity to start ASAP on a short-term or long-term basis.

The school has a strong focus on high standards, ambitious learning and helping every child reach their full potential. With an engaging curriculum that encourages pupils to become confident, independent thinkers, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the classroom.

You'll play an important role in supporting teaching and learning, leading classroom activities and helping pupils develop both academically and personally.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons to whole classes during teacher absence or when required.
• Supporting teachers with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities across the primary curriculum.
• Leading small-group interventions to support pupils with reading, writing and maths.
• Providing targeted one-to-one support to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet the needs and abilities of different pupils.
• Supporting pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and creating a productive classroom environment.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and progress, providing feedback to teachers where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to ensure continuity in learning.
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development and encouraging positive relationships.
• Upholding safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all children and young people.

Requirements or Skills:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience demonstrating the ability to lead learning activities independently.
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a primary school.
• Experience delivering lessons or leading whole-class learning in the teacher's absence.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum, particularly English and maths.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of abilities and additional needs.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to use initiative, work independently and adapt to changing classroom needs.
• A positive, reliable and proactive approach to supporting teaching and learning.li>
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay, with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for high safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible opportunities, with day-to-day, short-term and long-term roles available.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools tha