Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,140 - 23,062; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support primary schools across Gateshead from September. You will deliver pre-planned lessons in teachers' absence, provide targeted interventions, and work with staff to help pupils achieve their potential.

Role covers 08:30-15:30, Monday to Friday, with pay £120-£125 per day. This is ideal for an experienced HLTA with a Level 4 qualification or substantial equivalent experience, living locally to Gateshead.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 4 qualification (or significant experience in a similar role).
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• Confidence delivering lessons to whole classes.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Must live locally to Gateshead—no relocation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of year groups in the teacher's absence.
• Provide targeted intervention and small group support to raise attainment.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of pupils, including those with SEND.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a productive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders, and wider school staff.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary school experience

Communication skills

Classroom management

Safeguarding awareness

Education

HLTA Level 4 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Gateshead
Hours: 08:30-15:30, Monday - Friday
Start: September
Pay: £120-£125 per day

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Milk Education is working with a network of welcoming primary schools across Gateshead, seeking confident and enthusiastic HLTAs to support teaching and learning from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a variety of school settings, delivering pre-planned lessons, supporting pupils across the curriculum, and making a real difference to children's learning and development. Whether you're looking for a long-term role or want to broaden your experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Role Overview

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering high-quality education while confidently leading whole-class learning when required. You will deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher absence, provide targeted interventions, and work closely with teaching staff to help pupils achieve their full potential.

This role is ideal for an experienced HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant who holds a relevant HLTA qualification and is passionate about supporting pupils across the primary age range.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of year groups in the teacher's absence
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities
• Provide targeted intervention and small group support to raise attainment
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of pupils, including those with SEND and additional learning needs
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff

Classroom Support

• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a productive learning environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging confidence and engagement
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic development
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment

Professional Practice

• Work collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders, and wider school staff
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times
• Contribute positively to the wider school community where appropriate
• Promote the welfare and wellbeing of all pupils

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Essential Criteria

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 4 qualification (or significant experience in a similar role)
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Confidence delivering lessons to whole classes
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND
• A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to supporting teaching and learning
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Must live locally to Gateshead—no relocation

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Why Work with Milk Education?

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