HLTA needed for Middleton

Talent Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Education consultant support

Access to school-based roles

Flexible opportunities across primary

Support throughout recruitment journey

Job summary

Talent Education is seeking a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school in Middleton, Greater Manchester. The HLTA will take lead on lessons, deliver engaging activities, and support pupils across abilities while collaborating with teachers to plan and adapt learning to meet diverse needs.

The role emphasises supporting children with SEND, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and providing feedback to staff to drive pupil progress.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or significant HLTA experience.
• Experience in UK primary schools.
• Experience leading lessons and structured activities.
• Ability to manage a classroom and engage pupils.
• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons and activities when required.
• Deliver engaging sessions supporting pupils of varying abilities.
• Provide individual and group support to improve attainment.
• Plan, prepare, and adapt activities with teachers.
• Support pupils with SEND and ensure accessible learning.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment with strong behaviour support.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and progress.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil learning.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Lesson leading

Interventions

Structured learning activities

Classroom management

SEND support

Phonics knowledge

Education

UK Primary School experience

Job description

Job Description:

Are you an ECT / HLTA ready to take the next step in your education career? A primary school in Middleton is seeking a confident and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

This role would suit someone who enjoys taking responsibility, supporting classroom learning, and helping pupils achieve their best. You will play a key part in the day-to-day running of the classroom, working alongside teachers while also taking the lead in delivering learning activities and supporting pupil progress.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact across the school by:

• Taking responsibility for leading lessons and activities when required.
• Delivering engaging learning sessions that support pupils across different abilities.
• Providing additional support to individuals and groups to help improve attainment.
• Working alongside teachers to plan, prepare, and adapt activities to meet pupil needs.
• Supporting children with SEND and ensuring learning is accessible for all pupils.
• Helping to maintain a positive classroom environment through effective behaviour support.
• Using your experience and knowledge to encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and progress.
• Providing feedback on pupil learning and sharing observations with teaching staff.
• Supporting classroom organisation, resources, and wider school activities.
• Acting as a positive role model for pupils and contributing to the wider school community.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable HLTA who can confidently support learning and take initiative within the classroom.

You will ideally have:

• A recognised Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification or significant experience in a similar role.
• A strong background working within a UK primary school.
• Experience leading lessons, interventions, or structured learning activities.
• The ability to manage a classroom and engage pupils effectively.
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff.
• A positive and flexible approach with a genuine commitment to children's learning and development.
• Good knowledge of National Curriculum, reading and phonics

Working With Talent Education

Talent Education works closely with schools throughout Greater Manchester to provide education professionals with opportunities that match their skills and ambitions.

We offer

We offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to a range of school-based roles.
• Flexible opportunities across primary education.
• A personal and supportive service throughout your recruitment journey.

If you are a passionate HLTA looking for a new challenge within a primary school in Middleton, we would love to hear from you.

Talent Education specialises in education recruitment across Greater Manchester supporting schools with experienced teachers, teaching assistants, SEND professionals, support staff, and leadership candidates. We focus on building strong relationships with both candidates and schools to create successful placements.