Higher Level Teaching Assistant (KS2) - Rotherham

Protocol Education Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Rotherham. You'll support KS2 students, leading small groups and covering lessons in a supportive school environment. The ideal candidate will have an HLTA qualification or strong experience as a TA. Benefits include weekly pay and access to training resources.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Free access to online CPD Academy

Dedicated local consultant support

Opportunities in varied educational settings

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or strong TA experience with willingness to step up.
• Calm, positive approach with solid classroom presence.
• Ability to connect with pupils and foster communication.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead learning across KS2.
• Deliver engaging activities and cover lessons.
• Help pupils build confidence and independence.
• Work closely with teachers to raise attainment.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Calm and positive approach

Great communication

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (KS2) – Rotherham

£117 per day | Full-time, Long-term | Start: ASAP

Love the buzz of a KS2 classroom but want a bit more responsibility? We’re looking for a confident, caring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a welcoming primary school in Rotherham in the S65 area.

You’ll be working across Key Stage 2, leading small groups, covering classes, and helping pupils reach their “lightbulb” moments. The school’s got a supportive SLT, a brilliant sense of humour, and a team that genuinely looks out for one another.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting and leading learning across KS2

• Delivering engaging activities and cover lessons where needed

• Helping pupils build confidence and independence

• Working closely with teachers to raise attainment and smiles alike

What we’re looking for:

• HLTA qualification (or strong TA experience with a willingness to step up)

• A calm, positive approach and solid classroom presence

• Great communication and a knack for connecting with pupils

Why join Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella deductions

• FREE access to our online CPD Academy

• Dedicated local consultant support (we’ve got your back!)

• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings

This school’s ready to welcome someone who makes learning feel exciting and achievable.

Sound like you? Click Apply now and let’s get you started!

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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