Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Leicester. You will support classroom learning, lead activities and help pupils progress in a busy primary setting.

The role requires initiative, strong behaviour management and the ability to work with teachers to monitor progress. An HLTA qualification or equivalent experience is beneficial, with term-time, Monday-Friday work and 115–120 GBP per day.

Qualifications

• HLTA experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Experience supporting pupils across primary education.
• Strong classroom management and communication are required.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Lead whole-class and group sessions as needed
• Provide targeted support to pupils with different learning needs
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Assist with lesson preparation and learning activity implementation
• Support behaviour management and pupil engagement
• Monitor pupil progress with teachers and identify development areas
• Step in to cover lessons when required according to school expectations

Skills

HLTA experience

Teaching support

Group leadership

Classroom management

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Leicester

Location: Leicester Salary: 115 - 120 per day

Contract: Monday to Friday, term time only

Start Date: Immediate / ongoing

Aspire People are looking for a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident education professional who can support classroom learning, lead activities and make a meaningful contribution to pupils' progress.

The successful candidate will be comfortable taking initiative, working alongside teaching staff and providing high-quality support across the school.

The Role

• Support teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Lead whole-class, small-group and intervention sessions when required
• Provide targeted support to pupils with different learning needs
• Help maintain a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Assist with lesson preparation and the implementation of learning activities
• Support behaviour management and encourage positive pupil engagement
• Work with teachers to monitor pupil progress and identify areas for development
• Step in to cover lessons or classes when required, in line with your experience and school expectations

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a school setting
• Experience supporting pupils across primary education
• Confidence leading activities and working with groups of children
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A proactive, adaptable and supportive approach
• Relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience would be beneficial
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

What Aspire People Offer

• Competitive daily rate of 105
• Monday to Friday, term time only
• Ongoing opportunities across Leicester and Leicestershire
• Support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to a wide range of schools and teaching opportunities
• Potential for longer-term placements and permanent positions

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.