HLTA - Year 6

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD courses access

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term/permanent opportunities

Pension options

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. are seeking a confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in the L6 area of Liverpool from January 2027.

This full-time temporary post will support a Year 6 class during SATs preparation and the move to secondary education, delivering pre-planned lessons and targeted interventions. The ideal HLTA will hold HLTA status or similar experience, with solid KS2 knowledge, excellent communication and safeguarding commitment,

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or significant HLTA level experience in a primary school.
• Strong knowledge of KS2 curriculum and Year 6 expectations.
• Ability to lead whole-class learning and deliver interventions independently.
• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and provide whole-class cover when required.
• Lead targeted intervention groups in English and Maths.
• Support Year 6 pupils in preparation for SATs assessments.
• Assist with classroom management and promote positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teaching staff to support pupil attainment, progress and wellbeing.
• Help create an inclusive, stimulating, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

HLTA qualification or HLTA experience

KS2 Year 6 knowledge

Lead whole-class learning

Communication and teamwork

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

HLTA – Year 6

Location: L6, Liverpool
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Temporary
Duration: Minimum 1 Term
Hours: Full Time

Pay Rate: £95 - £105 per day (depending on experience)

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are seeking a confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in the L6 area of Liverpool from January 2027. This full-time role will involve supporting a Year 6 class during a crucial stage of their primary education, helping pupils prepare for SATs and their transition to secondary school.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA or a highly capable Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and engaging school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and provide whole-class cover when required.
• Lead targeted intervention groups in English and Maths.
• Support Year 6 pupils in preparation for SATs assessments.
• Assist with classroom management and promote positive behaviour.
• Work closely with teaching staff to support pupil attainment, progress and wellbeing.
• Help create an inclusive, stimulating, and engaging learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a HLTA qualification or has significant experience working at HLTA level within a primary school.
• Has a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum, particularly Year 6 expectations.
• Is confident leading whole-class learning and delivering interventions independently.
• Builds positive and professional relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

About the School

This well-established primary school in the L6 area of Liverpool is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The school has a supportive leadership team and a collaborative staff culture, ensuring pupils receive the highest standard of education and pastoral care.

Staff work together to create positive learning experiences, encourage pupil achievement, and help children develop the skills and confidence needed for their next stage of education.

The school is easily accessible from Liverpool City Centre, Bootle, Everton, Kensington, Tuebrook and surrounding areas via excellent public transport links and major road networks.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions within local schools.
• Flexible pension options and employee benefits.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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