Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Take the Next...

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your education career? Do you have the confidence, knowledge, and enthusiasm to lead learning activities and make a real difference in the classroom?

Our client is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming school in Leeds on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced education professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility, support high-quality teaching and learning, and play an important role in pupils' academic and personal development.

Working closely with teaching staff, you'll have the opportunity to lead lessons, deliver targeted learning activities, support individual pupils and small groups, and help create a positive classroom environment where every child is encouraged to succeed.

If you're confident leading learning, passionate about education, and ready for a rewarding new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

✨ What's on Offer?

• Salary: £28,000–£34,000 per year, depending on experience.

• Contract: Full-time, permanent position.

• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire.

• An opportunity to take on greater responsibility within a school environment.

• The chance to lead learning activities and make a meaningful contribution to pupils' progress.

• A rewarding position where you can put your existing teaching and support experience to good use.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher or when required.

• Lead whole-class teaching, small-group sessions, and targeted interventions.

• Work closely with teachers to plan, prepare, and adapt learning activities to meet pupils' individual needs.

• Monitor pupils' progress, assess their understanding, and provide constructive feedback.

• Support pupils who require additional guidance to overcome learning barriers and build confidence.

• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a focused, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

• Prepare teaching resources and ensure lessons are delivered effectively.

• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and other professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent support.

• Follow school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, behaviour management, and pupil wellbeing.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

We're looking for someone who is confident, proactive, and passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational support role.

• HLTA status or an appropriate Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification.

• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.

• Experience leading lessons, delivering learning activities, and supporting groups of pupils.

• A good understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching and learning strategies.

• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.

• The confidence to work independently and take responsibility for leading classroom activities.

• The ability to adapt teaching approaches to suit different learning abilities and needs.

• A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach.

• The right to work in the UK.

• An Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to complete the required checks.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced education professional looking to progress into a more responsible classroom-based position.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to do more than support learning – you'll actively lead it! From delivering lessons and managing classroom activities to helping pupils overcome challenges and celebrate their achievements, your contribution will be an important part of the school's success.

Whether you're an established HLTA looking for your next permanent position or an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and make a lasting impact.

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're an enthusiastic education professional with the experience and confidence to take on a Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, we'd love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today or get in touch with our team to find out more about this exciting full-time, permanent opportunity in Leeds!