Higher Level Teaching Assistant (PPA Cover)

Prospero Teaching; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Pontefract is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide PPA cover across all primary year groups. The ideal candidate will assist in delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupil engagement. This role requires strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt to different age groups. It offers an ASAP start until the summer, providing a rewarding opportunity to positively impact pupils' learning.

Qualifications

• Hold HLTA status or equivalent experience.
• Experience working across the primary age range.
• Strong classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teachers' PPA time.
• Work across all primary year groups (EYFS-Year 6).
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' learning and engagement.
• Provide feedback to class teachers on pupil progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Engagement skills

Education

HLTA status (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Overview

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - PPA Cover (All Primary Year Groups)

We are seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Pontefract and provide PPA cover across all primary year groups (EYFS-Year 6).

In this role, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain a positive learning environment, and support pupils progress across a range of subjects. The successful candidate will be flexible, organised, and able to engage pupils of different ages and abilities.

This is an ASAP start and will run until the summer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teachers PPA time
• Work across all primary year groups (EYFS-Year 6)
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively
• Support pupils learning and engagement
• Provide feedback to class teachers on pupil progress

Qualifications / Ideal candidate

• Hold HLTA status (or equivalent experience)
• Have experience working across the primary age range
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Be adaptable, proactive, and committed to supporting pupils learning

Note

This is a rewarding opportunity to work across the school and make a positive impact on pupils learning