Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Aspire People; Pendlebury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Access to a wide network of primary–>s

Opportunities for permanent positions

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support primary schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas. This role offers full-time, long-term opportunities and a chance to contribute to pupil progress.

The ideal candidate will hold Level 4 HLTA or equivalent, have UK experience, and be confident leading lessons, managing behaviour, and supporting SEN pupils within EYFS to KS2.

Qualifications

• Level 4 HLTA or equivalent qualification, or strong relevant experience.
• UK-based school experience of 6+ months.

Responsibilities

• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher.
• Providing whole-class, 1:1, and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Covering classes across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 where required.
• Supporting interventions in Maths, English, phonics, and other curriculum areas.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Working closely with class teachers, senior leaders, and SENCOs.
• Supporting assessment, pupil progress, and feedback.
• Helping to organise resources and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Supporting wider school activities, trips, and events where required.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

HLTA Level 4 qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time & Long-Term Opportunities | Aspire People

Aspire People are currently seeking experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HLTA who has more than 6 months of UK-based experience working within a school and is looking for a rewarding role with the opportunity to make a positive impact on pupil progress.

The Role

• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher


• Providing whole-class, 1:1, and small-group support


• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs


• Covering classes across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 where required


• Supporting interventions in Maths, English, phonics, and other curriculum areas


• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations


• Working closely with class teachers, senior leaders, and SENCOs


• Supporting assessment, pupil progress, and feedback


• Helping to organise resources and maintain a positive learning environment


• Supporting wider school activities, trips, and events where required

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a relevant Level 4, HLTA, or equivalent qualification, or has strong relevant experience


• Has more than 6 months of UK-based experience working within a school


• Has previous experience working as an HLTA or in a similar classroom support role


• Is confident leading lessons and managing a classroom


• Has strong behaviour management and communication skills


• Can work independently while also contributing positively to the wider school team


• Has a strong understanding of the primary curriculum


• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil development

Why Work with Aspire People

• Access to a wide network of primary schools


• Full-time, part-time, and long-term opportunities


• Competitive daily pay rates


• Dedicated consultant support


• Opportunities to secure permanent school-based positions
  
• Access to further training and professional development
  

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks