Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded education agency in Manchester is seeking experienced support staff for primary schools. You'll deliver pre-planned lessons, provide intervention support for pupils, and help maintain a positive learning environment. Candidates must have an HLTA qualification or equivalent experience, recent experience in a primary school, and confidence in leading classes. The role offers competitive daily pay and the potential for long-term opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Long-term roles with potential to go permanent

Dedicated consultant support

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience in a primary school setting.
• Experience working with young children in KS1 and KS2.
• Ability to maintain positive behaviour in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Lead small-group interventions effectively.
• Support planning and assessment of pupil work.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Leading groups

Classroom management

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Recent primary school experience

Job description

Aspire People are working with a well‑led primary school in Manchester where support staff are genuinely valued. The school has a calm, structured environment and a leadership team that trusts experienced staff to take responsibility.

The Role

You’ll work across KS1 and KS2, delivering pre‑planned lessons when required, leading interventions, and supporting pupils who need additional help.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Lead small‑group interventions
• Support planning and assessment
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Recent primary school experience in the UK
• Confident leading groups and whole classes

Why Aspire People?

• Competitive daily pay
• Long‑term roles with potential to go permanent
• Dedicated consultant support
• £250 referral bonus

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a positive impact in a supportive and inclusive school environment, apply now by submitting your CV.

For more information, or if you have any questions, contact Ryan Long directly at or [phone].

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. 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.