Teaching Assistant

Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Primary School | Burnage
Location: Burnage
Start Date: After May Half Term

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a warm, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school in Burnage. The school is dedicated to nurturing pupils’ academic progress alongside their social and emotional wellbeing and is now seeking an experienced Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team after May half term.

About the Role

As a HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working closely with class teachers, you will help deliver engaging lessons, lead targeted interventions, and contribute to planning and assessment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated HLTA looking to make a real difference within a supportive and vibrant school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of high-quality, engaging lessons
• Lead one-to-one and small group interventions to support pupil progress
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Prepare learning resources and monitor pupil progress
• Provide tailored support for pupils with additional learning needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and wider school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience as a HLTA or within a senior classroom support role
• A proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to education
• Strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• A commitment to inclusive practice and supporting diverse learners
• A recognised HLTA qualification (or equivalent) — highly desirable

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Access to ongoing professional development and specialist CPD opportunities
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Opportunities to work across a range of schools and settings
• Competitive pay rates and flexible working options

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career and positively impact young learners, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your most recent CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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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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