HLTA Leeds

Prospero Teaching; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing service in Leeds is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). This flexible role allows skilled practitioners to support various schools on a day-to-day and short-term basis. With responsibilities including leading lessons and delivering interventions, candidates should be qualified to HLTA Level 4 or equivalent and passionate about enhancing pupils’ learning experiences.

Benefits

Full flexibility in work schedule

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing CPD and support

Qualifications

• Confident in leading lessons and managing a classroom.
• Experienced in working across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Hold a valid Enhanced DBS or willing to apply for one.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Adaptability

Passion for education

Education

Qualified to HLTA Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP

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 Leeds. 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 teachers' 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 Leeds.
• 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.