Interventions Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a primary school in Salford. This full-time role includes supporting teaching and learning, delivering group sessions, and providing targeted intervention support. Candidates must hold a HLTA qualification and have prior classroom experience. The position is temporary for one term with potential for extension, and starts in January 2026. A positive attitude and strong communication skills are essential for success in this vibrant school environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a classroom-based role is essential.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training is required.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Deliver small group or whole-class sessions.
• Provide targeted intervention support.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Behaviour management

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

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

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)