(HLTA) Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Wakefield, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £98 - £120 per day |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | WF HLTA_1750244405 |
| Job Views | 10 |
- Description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Primary Schools across Wakefield & Leeds Supply & Long-Term Roles Available
Are you an experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) seeking new opportunities? We are looking for dedicated individuals to work in primary schools across Wakefield and Leeds, supporting teachers and students to achieve the best possible learning outcomes.
Role Overview: As an HLTA, you will take on a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality education, ensuring that students engage with and succeed in their learning. You will be responsible for following pre-planned lessons, supporting classroom activities, and managing a group of students in line with the National Curriculum.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow pre-planned work, ensuring effective delivery of the National Curriculum.
- Support class teachers in managing student behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Provide targeted support to students, both individually and in groups, to help with their academic and social development.
- Encourage student engagement and promote their confidence in the classroom.
- Monitor and assess students' progress, providing feedback where necessary.
- Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Requirements:
- HLTA qualification (Level 4 or above) or equivalent experience.
- Previous experience working as an HLTA or in a classroom setting, preferably within a primary school.
- Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and primary education.
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
- Confidence in taking the lead in the classroom when required and working with minimal supervision.
- Ability to build rapport with children, staff, and parents.
- A positive, proactive attitude and a passion for working with children.
Roles Available: We have both supply and long-term positions available across various schools in Wakefield and Leeds. Whether you're looking for flexibility in your working hours or a more stable, long-term position, we have opportunities to suit you.
If you are passionate about education and helping students reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV in response to this advert or email ojewitt@veritas-education.com You can also call 0113 403 2200 and speak to Olivia if you have any questions about the role.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
