HLTA

Protocol Education Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment specialist is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a dedicated role in South Shields. The successful candidate will lead lessons, support pupils with various learning needs, and work closely with teachers in a caring environment. Ideal for those with HLTA status or equivalent experience looking to make a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

FREE access to online CPD Academy

Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

Referral scheme rewards

Qualifications

• Holds HLTA status or has equivalent experience.
• Brings patience, adaptability, and a caring approach.
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff alike.

Responsibilities

• Leading lessons in the teacher’s absence.
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Collaborating with teachers to adapt learning.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent experience

Patience

Adaptability

Experience supporting pupils with SEND

Relationship building

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: South Shields
Salary: £95–£115 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: Immediate

Overview

Looking for a role where your skills are truly valued? We’re working with a specialist school in South Shields who are ready to welcome a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to their team.

This isn’t just about classroom cover. It’s about being part of a supportive environment where pupils with additional needs are given every chance to thrive. You’ll be working closely with teachers to deliver tailored lessons, support small groups, and provide 1:1 interventions that really make a difference.

What the role involves

• Leading lessons in the teacher’s absence
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs
• Collaborating with teachers and SEN staff to adapt learning
• Creating a safe, engaging, and positive classroom environment

We’re looking for someone who

• Holds HLTA status (or has equivalent experience)
• Brings patience, adaptability, and a caring approach
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable but not essential)
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff alike

Why join Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities across SEND, mainstream, and alternative settings
• Referral scheme – earn rewards when you recommend friends

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that puts pupils first and values the impact of its support staff.

Apply today and let’s get you started.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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