HLTA Doncaster

Prospero Teaching; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in Doncaster is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a flexible role supporting local schools. The role involves leading lessons, providing interventions, and adapting to various classroom settings. Ideal candidates are qualified to HLTA Level 4 and passionate about enhancing pupil learning and wellbeing. This position offers competitive daily rates and the flexibility to choose your working days.

Benefits

Full flexibility to choose working days

Competitive daily rates

Variety of experiences across schools

Qualifications

• Qualified to HLTA Level 4 or equivalent.
• Confident in leading lessons and managing a classroom.
• Experience working across EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole-class sessions in the teacher’s absence.
• Deliver targeted group and one-to-one interventions.
• Support teachers with planning, assessment, and preparation.

Skills

Leading lessons

Classroom management

Adapting lessons for SEND

Flexible and reliable

Supportive of pupil wellbeing

Education

HLTA Level 4 qualification

Job description

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Start Date: September 2025 (ongoing throughout the academic year)

Contract Type: Flexible, bank staff (day-to-day / short-term cover)

Salary: GBP120 GBP135 per day (depending on experience and assignment)

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join our supply bank in Doncaster. This flexible role is ideal for skilled practitioners who want to support a variety of schools, working on a day-to-day or short-term basis to cover staff absence and provide additional classroom support.

As a supply HLTA, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver planned lessons, lead interventions, and make a positive impact across multiple school communities while keeping the flexibility to choose when you work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead whole‑class sessions in the teacher’s absence, ensuring effective learning and behaviour management
• Deliver targeted group and one‑to‑one interventions
• Support teachers with planning, assessment, and preparation of resources
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of pupils, including those with SEND
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Quickly adapt to different school settings and routines

Person Specification

• Qualified to HLTA Level 4 (or equivalent)
• Confident in leading lessons and managing a classroom
• Experienced in working across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2
• Flexible, reliable, and able to accept work at short notice
• Passionate about supporting pupils learning and wellbeing
• Hold a valid Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply for one)

Why Join Our Supply Bank?

• Full flexibility choose the days you are available to work
• Competitive daily rates
• A variety of experiences across schools in Doncaster
• Opportunities to build strong links with local schools
• Ongoing CPD and support from our network

Start date: September 2025 (placements available throughout the academic year)

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All supply staff must hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check, and references will be required in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.