Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) | Rusholme | November Start

Location: Rusholme, Manchester
Start Date: November 2026
Pay: Competitive Weekly Pay

Support, Inspire and Lead Learning

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Rusholme to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HLTA to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and senior leaders, delivering targeted interventions, leading lessons when required, and helping pupils achieve their full potential within a positive and nurturing environment.

About the School

This friendly and supportive primary school is committed to providing a high-quality education where every child feels valued, respected and motivated to succeed. With a strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and academic achievement, the school prides itself on creating a collaborative environment for both pupils and staff.

Joining this dedicated team will provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a school that actively invests in the development of its staff.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting learning across a range of year groups and abilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging lessons across the primary curriculum
• Leading whole-class learning during teacher absence, PPA cover or release time
• Delivering targeted interventions for individual pupils and small groups
• Supporting pupils with a range of abilities, including those with SEND and additional learning needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil engagement
• Monitoring, recording and reporting on pupil progress
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

About You

We are looking for a passionate and proactive HLTA who is committed to helping children thrive.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold HLTA status or have relevant higher-level teaching assistant experience
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Be confident leading whole-class learning and delivering targeted interventions
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
• Be adaptable, reliable and able to work using their own initiative
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children's educational development
• Be committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where all pupils can succeed

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay based on experience and responsibilities
• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development opportunities
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Simple management of timesheets and bookings through the myTP portal
• Opportunities to work within a variety of excellent local schools
• Career progression opportunities within education
• Recognition through our Excellence in Education Awards
• A wellbeing-focused approach that supports your professional success

Apply Today

If you are an experienced HLTA looking for a rewarding role within a supportive primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your updated CV today and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment and safeguarding procedures.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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