Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary School - Manchester

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a primary school in Manchester. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons and leading small-group interventions, making a meaningful impact on pupil progress. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and recent experience in UK primary schools. The position offers competitive daily pay, clear communication, and opportunities for progression, making it suitable for motivated teaching assistants ready for the next step in their careers.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

£250 referral bonus scheme

Opportunities for progression and permanent roles

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience is mandatory.
• Recent experience in a UK primary school within the last 2 years is required.
• Confidence in leading whole-class learning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA or absence.
• Lead small-group interventions across KS1 and KS2.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management

Confidence leading whole-class learning

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Aspire People are working in partnership with a supportive and inclusive primary school in Manchester who are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is a key role within the school, offering responsibility, variety, and the opportunity to make a real impact on pupil progress.

The Role

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA or absence
• Lead small-group interventions across KS1 and KS2
• Support teaching and learning alongside class teachers
• Assist with assessment, planning, and classroom organisation
• Support pupils with additional needs where required

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Recent experience in a UK primary school (within the last 2 years)
• Confidence leading whole‑class learning
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills

Why Aspire People?

• Long-term placements with stability
• Competitive daily pay
• Clear communication and consistent support
• Opportunities for progression and permanent roles
• £250 referral bonus scheme

This role would suit an experienced TA ready to take the next step.

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.