Interventions Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A dedicated teaching agency is seeking a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school in Salford. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support teaching and learning, deliver sessions, and assist with planning. Candidates must have HLTA qualification, experience in similar roles, and strong communication and organisational skills. The role is temporary, starting in January 2026, with the possibility of extension, offering a vibrant environment to impact students positively.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an HLTA or in a similar classroom-based role.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in a primary school environment.
• Deliver small group or whole-class sessions.
• Provide targeted intervention support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Behaviour management skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school based in Salford

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and motivated HLTA looking to make a positive impact in a vibrant school community.

Contract / Position Details

• Location: Salford
• Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Type of work: Supporting teaching and learning, delivering small group or whole-class sessions, providing targeted intervention support and assisting with planning and assessment
• Start date: January 2026
• Duration: 1-term contract (with the possibility of extension)
• End date: End of Autumn Term (Term 1)
• Contract type: Temporary
• Full time/Part time: Full time
• Pay rate: Dependent on experience and pay scale
• Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent (essential)
• Previous experience working as an HLTA or in a similar classroom-based role
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year
• Strong communication, organisational, and behaviour management skills

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)