Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title: HLTA 

Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire   

Salary: £110-£120   

Start Date: ASAP  

We are currently supporting a welcoming and well-resourced primary school in Thirsk that is  seeking a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their Key  Stage 2 team on a full-time basis.  

Role Overview  

As an HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You  will work closely with class teachers, lead whole-class learning when required, deliver  small-group interventions, and contribute to the planning and assessment of pupils’ progress.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on additional responsibility within a  supportive school environment.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Deliver high-quality learning support across KS2 

• Lead whole-class teaching in the teacher’s absence  

• Support planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities

• Deliver targeted small-group interventions to raise attainment  

• Provide effective classroom management and promote positive behaviour  

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and senior leaders  

• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils 

Requirements  

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification  

• Experience working across primary year groups (KS2 experience desirable)  

• Confident delivering whole-class teaching  

• Strong communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills  

• A proactive, positive, and flexible approach  

• Commitment to supporting pupils’ academic and emotional development  

Benefits of working with Yorkshire Education:  

• The opportunity to work within local primary schools on a flexible basis.  

• Fair and competitive rates of pay.  

• A team of dedicated recruitment consultants who aim to find a job role best suited to you.  

• Opportunities for professional development and training.  

Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer  recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child  protection.  

If you would like to apply for the position of HLTA, please call Meg Atkinson at Yorkshire  Education, or apply with your CV via the application link.