Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Smethwick

Location: Smethwick

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £120 - £160 per day (PAYE)

Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for a rewarding opportunity to support pupils' learning? Do you have the relevant qualifications to step into a key role within the school and make a real impact on student development? Are you passionate about working with children and supporting the teaching staff in delivering high-quality education?

TeacherActive is excited to be working with a primary school in Smethwick to recruit a dedicated and experienced HLTA. This full-time role will see you working five days a week from 8:15 AM to 4:00 PM, term-time only. The ideal candidate will have a HLTA qualification or QTS, especially if you are looking to gain more classroom experience.

• Supporting the class teacher in planning and delivering lessons to ensure a positive learning experience for students
• Leading small group or 1:1 interventions to support the learning and development of pupils
• Helping to prepare resources and assist in the assessment of pupils’ progress
• Taking responsibility for managing and supervising students when the teacher is unavailable
• Providing a high standard of care and guidance to students, promoting positive behaviour and engagement
• Assisting with administrative duties, including marking work, keeping records, and preparing teaching materials
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a safe and focused learning environment
• Supporting pupils with additional needs and ensuring an inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborating with teachers, other staff members, and parents to monitor student progress and wellbeing

• HLTA qualification or QTS
• Previous experience working with children in a school setting
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching practices
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm and passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance, and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW, and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

About TeacherActive: TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement: TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance: Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.