Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Audenshaw; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support primary schools across the UK. The role covers whole-class support, delivering planned activities, and assisting with assessments to help pupils progress.

You will work with pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, lead small-group and 1:1 interventions, support SEND needs, and help maintain high standards of behaviour while collaborating with the wider school team.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or significant equivalent experience.
• Recent experience in a UK primary school.
• Good knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing whole-class cover when required.
• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities.
• Leading small-group and 1:1 interventions.
• Supporting teachers with planning, preparation, and assessment.
• Working with pupils across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 as appropriate.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Contributing to the wider school team.

Skills

Classroom management

Independent working

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

HLTA qualification or significant equivalent experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Are you an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity within a primary school?

Aspire People are currently recruiting confident and proactive HLTAs to support schools across the primary age range. We're looking for someone who can take responsibility, work independently, and provide high-quality support to both pupils and teachers.

This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in their career or an established HLTA looking for a new school environment.

The Role:

• Providing whole-class cover when required
• Delivering planned lessons and learning activities
• Leading small-group and 1:1 interventions
• Supporting teachers with planning, preparation, and assessment
• Working with pupils across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 depending on experience
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and learning
• Contributing to the wider school team

We're Looking For:

• HLTA qualification or significant equivalent experience
• Recent experience working within a UK primary school
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Confident classroom management skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong communication and organisation

Why Aspire People?

• Access to a range of primary schools
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for career progression

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.