Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Middlesbrough

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 22,140 - 27,675; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting for Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join a network of Middlesbrough primary schools. The role is long-term and full-time with potential for permanency for the right candidate.

You will support pupils’ learning, lead interventions, and collaborate with teachers to deliver high-quality education within the classroom. We welcome experienced HLTA staff and Teaching Assistants seeking progression in education.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or significant experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working within a primary school setting.
• Experience leading learning activities or interventions.
• Strong understanding of child development and the primary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and activities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 where required.
• Support teachers with planning, preparation, and assessment activities.
• Lead interventions and small group learning sessions.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive learning behaviours.
• Provide support for pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Support effective classroom and behaviour management.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Primary school experience

Lead interventions

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

DBS Update service

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Middlesbrough

Milk Education is working with a number of welcoming and supportive Primary Schools across Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas and is looking to recruit passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join schools from September 2026.

Whether you're an experienced HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to progress within education, we'd love to hear from you. We have a range of long-term, full-time opportunities available, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You'll play a vital role in supporting pupils' learning, leading interventions, and working closely with teachers to provide high-quality education and support within the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and activities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 where required.
• Support teachers with planning, preparation, and assessment activities.
• Lead interventions and small group learning sessions.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive learning behaviours.
• Provide support for pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Support effective classroom and behaviour management.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• HLTA qualification or significant experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working within a primary school setting.
• Experience leading learning activities or interventions.
• Strong understanding of child development and the primary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Passion for supporting children's education and development.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What Milk Education Offers

• Competitive daily rate of £120 - £13