At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teaching and learning in primary schools, leading lessons and providing targeted interventions.
- Company: Aspire People, a dedicated education agency with a focus on safeguarding and pupil welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working options, and access to professional development.
- Other info: Opportunities available from January 2027 across Cardiff and surrounding areas.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career in education.
- Qualifications: Must hold HLTA qualification and have experience in UK primary schools.
Aspire People are recruiting qualified and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across primary schools in Cardiff and the surrounding areas from January 2027. We are looking for confident HLTAs who can take on additional classroom responsibilities, lead learning activities and provide high-quality support to pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is a great opportunity for an experienced HLTA looking for their next role in the new year, with opportunities to work across a range of primary settings.
The Role
- Support teaching and learning across the primary curriculum
- Lead lessons and deliver planned activities in the teacher's absence
- Provide targeted interventions for individuals and small groups
- Support pupils with additional learning needs and ALN
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
- Promote positive behaviour and maintain an engaging learning environment
- Work closely with class teachers and senior leadership teams
Essential Requirements
- Must hold recognised HLTA qualification or official HLTA status - this is essential
- Previous experience working within UK primary schools
- Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
- Confidence leading whole-class learning activities
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills
- A genuine passion for supporting children's development
Please note: We are specifically looking for qualified HLTAs. Candidates with general Teaching Assistant experience who do not hold HLTA status or the relevant qualification will not be suitable for this role.
Why Work with Aspire People?
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- Access to a range of local primary school opportunities
- Flexible working options
- Daily supply and longer-term opportunities
- Support with registration and compliance
- Access to CPD and professional development
Requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in Wales, or willingness to register
- Two professional references covering the last two years
If you hold a recognised HLTA qualification or status and are looking for your next primary school opportunity from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary Schools in Cardiff employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
