Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) (Full-time, Temporary). Job in County Durham Education &[...]

Vision for Education - Newcastle; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in the North East is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work on a temporary, full-time basis. The role involves supporting students mainly across KS2, with some engagement in Reception/Yr1, for 2.5 days per week starting January 2026. Applicants should possess experience working with primary school aged children and those with SEND. This position offers a competitive pay structure along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience of working with primary school aged children.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of primary school pupils.

Responsibilities

• Cover PPA mainly across KS2 and occasionally in Reception/Yr1.
• Support the learning and development of primary school children.

Skills

Working with primary school aged children

Working with pupils with SEND

Team collaboration

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) (Full-time, Temporary)

Chester-le-Street, DH2

£262 - £275 per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

January 2026 - April 2026

The School and Role

This Primary School in the Chester‑le‑Street area (DH2) is currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work on a part‑time basis from January 2026. The HLTA appointed for the role will be covering PPA mainly across KS2, but with 1 session in Reception/Yr1. Therefore, some experience of working across school would be desired. The role is for 2.5 days per week, and will be on an ongoing basis. This is a Good Primary school, where staff foster a love of learning and where children feel happy and supported coming to school.

Requirements

• Experience of working with primary school aged children
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND
• A passion for the progress of primary school pupils
• An ability to work as part of a team

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market‑leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a HLTA who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK‑employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world‑class levels of employee engagement across the Group.