HLTA

Career Teachers; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Education consultant support

Professional development

Friendly school environment

Long-term/permanent opportunities

Job summary

Career Teachers in Sheffield is recruiting a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming school from September 2026.

The HLTA will deliver learning activities in the absence of the class teacher, support pupil progress across year groups, and lead targeted interventions with individuals or small groups.

You will work with teaching staff to plan, assess, monitor progress, uphold safeguarding, and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in primary or secondary school settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Proactive, flexible and positive approach to supporting learning.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning activities and lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupil progress across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Lead targeted interventions with individuals and small groups.
• Assist with planning, preparation and assessment activities.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils with SEND where applicable.
• Monitor and report pupil progress to teaching staff and senior leaders.
• Uphold safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Experience in school

Strong communication

Classroom management

Proactive attitude

DBS (Update Service)

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Temporary Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Sheffield

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive school in the Sheffield area from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or qualified HLTA who is passionate about supporting pupils' learning and development. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences, provide targeted interventions, and lead lessons where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver learning activities and lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupil progress across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Work with individuals and small groups to provide targeted interventions.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment activities.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs, including SEND where applicable.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff and senior leaders.
• Uphold safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working within a primary or secondary school setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Friendly and supportive school environments.
• Long-term and potential permanent opportunities.