Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Intervention Support

Aspire People; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Manchester for the remainder of the autumn term and beyond. The role involves supporting or delivering lessons, leading small-group interventions and maintaining positive classroom routines.

Essential requirements include a recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent, UK-based school experience in the last two years, and strong safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent held in the UK with demonstrable responsibilities.
• Recent UK school experience within last two years.
• Experience leading learning activities or taking responsibility for groups of pupils.
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
• Professional approach to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support or deliver lessons under the school's direction.
• Lead small-group interventions and structured learning sessions.
• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Adapt activities to learners' needs.
• Monitor engagement and feed back to teachers.
• Take responsibility for groups or classroom activities where appropriate.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Classroom management

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Classroom Cover & Intervention Support

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | November 2026 Onwards | Supply & Long-Term Opportunities | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Manchester for the remainder of the autumn term and beyond.

This opportunity is suited to confident practitioners who can take responsibility for learning activities, lead interventions and provide effective classroom support.

The Role:

• Supporting or delivering lessons under the school's direction
• Leading small-group interventions and structured learning sessions
• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Maintaining positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Adapting activities to meet pupils' learning needs
• Monitoring engagement and feeding back to teachers
• Taking responsibility for groups or classroom activities where appropriate

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant qualification and experience appropriate to the responsibilities
• Relevant UK-based school experience within the last two years
• Experience leading learning activities or taking responsibility for groups of pupils
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills
• A professional approach to safeguarding

Candidates must be confident taking responsibility within a classroom setting.

Opportunities may include daily cover, short-term work and longer-term placements starting in November 2026 onwards.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.