Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - LS10, Leeds

Protocol Education Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in LS10, Leeds. You will support lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 and help deliver high-quality learning experiences.

HLTA status or equivalent experience is required, with experience in UK primary schools. The role offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional support and a clear path for long-term progression within a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in UK primary schools preferred.
• Ability to support whole-class learning and targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 as needed.
• Support teachers in planning and delivering high-quality learning.
• Lead intervention groups to boost progress in literacy and numeracy.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Skills

Whole-class management

Relationship building

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

HLTA status or equivalent experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - LS10, Leeds

Exciting HLTA Opportunity in South Leeds

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a vibrant and inclusive primary school in LS10, Leeds. This role is ideal for a confident education professional who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

You will:

• Deliver lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 when required.
• Support teachers in planning and delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Lead intervention groups to boost progress in literacy and numeracy.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has HLTA status or relevant equivalent experience.
• Has experience within UK primary schools.
• Is confident managing whole-class learning.
• Demonstrates flexibility, initiative, and professionalism.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's development.

Why Join This School?

• Welcoming and inclusive school culture.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• Opportunity for long-term progression.
• Competitive salary and ongoing professional support.

Whether you're an experienced HLTA or looking for your next challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a thriving school community.

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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