Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with temp-to-perm

APSCo Compliance+ accredited safety

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

Priority Partnership school network

5+ CPD courses (Safeguarding, SEND &Bè

Free PSHE lesson plans and resources

Job summary

Milk Education is currently recruiting for a Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming Primary School in Oldham on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis, starting in September. This temporary role offers flexible placements and opportunities to support pupil learning and wellbeing within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates will hold a Level 4 TA qualification with substantial classroom experience and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Substantial experience in a school or education setting
• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning
• Genuine passion for working with children and desire to see them succeed
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of the supportive school team

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver lessons independently across different year groups
• Manage the classroom and behaviour to support learning
• Monitor pupil progress and provide targeted support and feedback
• Work flexibly across the school and adapt to different routines
• Support safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, SEND provision, and other duties

Skills

Level 4 TA qualification

Classroom management

Experience in education

SEND experience (desirable)

Communication skills

Proactive / flexible

Team collaboration

Passion for helping children

Education

Level 4 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We're currently recruiting for a Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a Primary School in Oldham on a day-to-day, short-term or long-term basis Starting in September. This role is temporary.

You'll be joining a Supportive and Inclusive Primary School, focused on creating supportive learning environments and promoting pupil wellbeing.

This is a great opportunity for a Newly Qualified or Experienced higher level teaching assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming school community, build strong relationships with pupils and staff, and play an important role in supporting children's learning, confidence and wellbeing.

The school values Teamwork, Consistency and Strong Relationships, making it a great primary school for someone looking to make a genuine difference while becoming a trusted and familiar face within the school.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Lead and deliver lessons independently - Deliver planned lessons and learning activities across different year groups, adapting teaching to meet pupils' needs and maintaining continuity of learning.
• Manage the classroom and behaviour - Establish clear expectations, manage behaviour confidently, and create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support and monitor pupil progress - Assess pupils' understanding, provide targeted support and interventions, and share relevant feedback on learning and progress with the class teacher.
• Work flexibly across the school - Quickly adapt to different schools, classes, routines, curricula, and teaching approaches while maintaining a professional and consistent approach.
• Support wider school responsibilities- Contribute to safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, supervision, SEND provision, and other school duties, working effectively with teachers, support staff, and school leadership.

Requirements or Skills:

• Level 4 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Substantial experience working in a school or education setting
• Experience supporting children with a range of abilities and needs (including SEND is desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to supporting learning
• A genuine passion for working with children and desire to see them succeed.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of the supportive school team

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources,