HLTA Required! Southampton

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education specialist agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities in primary schools. Responsibilities include providing planned cover, delivering group interventions, and teaching lessons. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, alongside strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive daily pay rate and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rate from £90

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive school environment focused on staff well-being

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a teaching assistant role or similar educational setting is preferred.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 4 HLTA certificate or a Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned PPA cover across the whole primary school.
• Deliver group interventions to support pupils' learning.
• Teach lessons planned by a qualified teacher.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patience

Empathy

Education

Level 4 HLTA certificate

Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Southampton

Daily Supply, Contract & Permanent Opportunities

With Academics - A Leading Education Specialist Agency

Academics are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA to join our team to support in Primary school settings. This role involves supporting classroom activities, promoting students' educational and social growth, and helping create a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide planned PPA cover across the whole primary school
• Leadership release time
• Staff training cover
• Occasional emergency absence cover
• Teach lessons planned by a qualified teacher
• Deliver group interventions to support pupils' learning

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a teaching assistant role or similar educational setting is preferred
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 4 HLTA certificate or a Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are highly desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and passion for working with children
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a team setting

Benefits

• Competitive daily pay rate from 90
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive school environment focused on staff well‑being