HLTA

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational staff is seeking dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join supportive primary schools in Sheffield and Barnsley. Ideal candidates will have HLTA status or equivalent qualifications and experience in primary education. Responsibilities include covering whole-class teaching and delivering focused support to students. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Opportunities in welcoming and supportive schools

Ongoing CPD and career development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working within primary education.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 curriculum.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Cover whole class teaching when needed.
• Deliver small group interventions and 1:1 support.
• Work alongside class teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Contribute positively to school life and children’s progress.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Experience working within primary education

Strong knowledge of EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 curriculum

Excellent communication

Classroom management skills

Job description

Overview

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary Schools | Sheffield & Barnsley

We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic HLTAs to join supportive primary schools across Sheffield and Barnsley. This is a great opportunity for experienced support staff to take the next step in their career, with the chance to lead learning and make a real impact.

Location: Sheffield & Barnsley

Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary

Start Date: immediate starts available

Contract: Full-time / Part-time | Term-time only | Long-term

Responsibilities

• Cover whole class teaching when needed
• Deliver small group interventions and 1:1 support
• Work alongside class teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, ensuring inclusion for all
• Contribute positively to school life and children’s progress

Requirements

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification
• Experience working within primary education
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 curriculum
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay
• Opportunities in welcoming and supportive schools
• Ongoing CPD and career development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Apply Now!

Take the next step in your career and inspire young learners as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant!

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