HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Location: Leicestershire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (School Hours)

Are you an experienced and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting dedicated HLTAs to work in primary schools across Leicestershire.

We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, offering rewarding roles that fit around school hours.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will work alongside class teachers, deliver planned lessons in their absence, provide targeted interventions, and support pupils to achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join welcoming school communities where you can make a real difference to children's learning and development.

Responsibilities
Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
Support teaching and learning across a range of year groups.
Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to support pupil progress.
Assist with planning, preparation and assessment where required.
Promote positive behaviour and maintain an engaging learning environment.
Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to support pupil achievement.
Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
Essential Requirements
Previous experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or in a similar role is essential.
A recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.
Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
Confidence delivering lessons across different primary year groups.
A proactive, flexible and professional approach.
Ability to work school hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Competitive rates of pay.
Flexible assignments across primary schools in Leicestershire.
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements.
A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on children's education.

If you are an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity in a supportive primary school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team and support primary schools across Leicestershire.

Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
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