Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Teaching Personnel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support primary education in Sheffield's S2 area. This flexible role includes delivering lessons and assisting teachers to enhance student learning and development, with competitive pay and support for ongoing training.

Benefits

Access to a network of local schools

Competitive daily pay with weekly payroll

Ongoing development and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• HLTA status or relevant Level 4 qualification (or significant TA experience).
• Experience in primary classroom settings is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to small groups or whole classes.
• Support pupils with a range of needs across KS1 and KS2.
• Assist with planning, assessment, and progress tracking.

Skills

Behaviour management

Proactive approach

Teamwork

Education

HLTA status or Level 4 qualification

Experience in primary classroom settings

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary Schools – S2 Area & Surroundings

Location: Sheffield (S2 and surrounding areas)
Start Date: September 2025
Role Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)
Pay: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced HLTA looking to make a real difference in primary education?

Teaching Personnel are seeking dedicated and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of primary schools in the S2 area and surrounding parts of Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils’ learning and development while working flexibly and locally through the UK’s leading education recruitment agency.

The Role:

As an HLTA, your duties may include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons to small groups or whole classes
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs across KS1 and KS2
• Working closely with class teachers to raise attainment
• Leading interventions and targeted support sessions
• Assisting with planning, assessment, and progress tracking

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA status or relevant Level 4 qualification (or significant TA experience)
• Experience in primary classroom settings
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A flexible, proactive, and positive approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a network of local schools
• Competitive daily pay with weekly payroll
• Dedicated consultant support
• Ongoing development and thrive training opportunities
• Flexibility to match your availability and preferences

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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