Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible supply opportunities across a

Refer-a-friend vouchers

Paid via PAYE

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Doncaster for temporary, flexible supply across primary schools. The role involves supporting upper Key Stage 2, delivering lessons, and leading interventions to prepare pupils for SATs and transition to secondary school.

Ideal candidates will have HLTA status and experience in primary education, with strong classroom management and DBS update service. Flexible start ASAP or a date that suits you.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting teaching and learning in a primary school
• Confidence leading lessons and managing a classroom
• Strong communication, organisation and behaviour-management skills
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons across Years 5 and 6
• Support English, maths and SATs preparation
• Lead small-group interventions and provide learning support
• Maintain positive behaviour and engaging learning environment
• Work with teachers to support progress and pupil wellbeing

Skills

HLTA status

Experience in primary education

Classroom management

Education

HLTA / equivalent qualification

Job description

Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Doncaster

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Doncaster, particularly supporting upper Key Stage 2 pupils?

Academics is recruiting a Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for temporary, flexible ongoing supply opportunities across primary schools in Doncaster. This role is ideal for a confident and experienced HLTA who enjoys supporting pupils in their final years of primary education and helping them prepare for the transition to secondary school.

Position: Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply
Pay: £100 - £140 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP or a date that suits you

About the Role

As a Year 5 and Year 6 Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Doncaster, you will support teaching and learning across upper Key Stage 2. You may lead lessons during teacher absence, deliver targeted interventions and help pupils develop the skills and confidence needed for SATs and the transition to secondary school. Opportunities may be available across a variety of primary schools in Doncaster.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering planned lessons and activities across Year 5 and Year 6
• Supporting pupils with English, maths and SATs preparation
• Leading small-group interventions and providing additional learning support
• Maintaining positive behaviour and an engaging learning environment
• Working closely with teachers to support progress and pupil wellbeing

Candidate Requirements

• HLTA status or relevant higher-level teaching assistant qualification and experience
• Experience supporting teaching and learning in a primary school, ideally across upper Key Stage 2
• Confidence leading lessons and managing a classroom
• Strong communication, organisation and behaviour-management skills
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What Academics Offer

• Flexible Year 5 and Year 6 HLTA opportunities across Doncaster
• Competitive daily rates, paid via PAYE
• Opportunities to work across a variety of primary schools
• Potential long-term opportunities where available
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• ASAP start or a start date that works for you
• Refer-a-friend vouchers worth up to £75 for teaching assistants and support staff

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.