HLTA

Teaching Personnel; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Barnsley is seeking a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teaching in KS1 and KS2, with a focus on leading lessons and supporting students with SEND. The role offers a competitive daily pay rate, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Supportive school environment

Access to high-quality CPD

Flexibility to suit availability

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Experience managing classroom behaviour and leading learning.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and provide classroom cover.
• Support teachers with planning and assessment.
• Work with small groups or 1:1 to raise attainment.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Previous experience in a UK primary school

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School | Barnsley | Immediate or September 2025 Start

Are you a confident and qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for your next opportunity? A welcoming primary school in Barnsley is seeking a skilled HLTA to support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2, with the ability to lead whole-class sessions.

• Deliver planned lessons and provide classroom cover
• Support teachers with planning and assessment
• Work with small groups or 1:1 to raise attainment
• Support pupils with SEND and EAL
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in a UK primary school
• Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and leading learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Competitive daily pay
• Supportive school environment
• Access to high-quality CPD
• Flexibility to suit your availability
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Email your CV to [insert email address]
Call [insert phone number] to discuss HLTA roles in Barnsley primary schools.

Inspire learning, support success - make a difference as a HLTA!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position, with potential for the role to become permanent later.

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