Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Protocol Education Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time role in Wakefield schools. Ideal candidates will have HLTA status and experience across key stages, including supporting students with diverse needs. Join a supportive team that prioritizes staff development and makes a difference every day.

Benefits

Regular CPD

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for impact

Qualifications

• Experience in KS1/KS2/KS3/KS4.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A genuine love for helping children grow.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lessons and support various student needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy.
• Provide pastoral support with confidence.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Support for SEN and EAL

Ability to assess progress

Education

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Job description

HLTA – Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Wakefield
Full-time | Term-time only
£90 – £130 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start: ASAP

We’re on the lookout for a cracking Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to jump into a full-time role in one of our lovely partner schools in Wakefield. If you’ve got a knack for leading a class, calming a storm, and pulling the best out of every child—you might just be the one we need.

What’s the role?

You’ll be the right-hand person for teaching staff—sometimes leading the whole class, sometimes running targeted interventions that make all the difference. You'll bring energy, structure, and that special something that helps students thrive, whether they need extra support or a little nudge to reach the next level.

A typical day might include:

• Covering full lessons when the teacher’s away (with plans ready to go)
• Supporting pupils across a range of needs—including SEN and EAL
• Delivering small group catch-ups in literacy, numeracy or social skills
• Teaming up with class teachers to assess progress and plan ahead
• Providing pastoral support with a calm, confident presence

What we’re after:

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification
• Solid experience in KS1/KS2/KS3/KS4 (we’ll tailor to your strengths)
• Strong classroom management and a can-do attitude
• Great communication skills—you can build rapport with anyone
• Someone who genuinely loves seeing children grow

What you’ll get:

• A school that values its staff and gets the balance right
• Regular CPD to keep your skills sharp
• A welcoming, team-first environment
• The chance to make a real impact—every single day

Fancy a chat? Drop me a line at [e-mail] or give us a ring on 0113 233 7020.

Let’s find out if this one’s got your name on it.

Go on—make your next move count.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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