Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary
Location: Sheffield S10
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Salary: £90–£110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP / September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (flexible options available)
Contract Duration: Temporary with potential for long-term or permanent placement
Are you a passionate HLTA ready to make a real impact in Sheffield's primary classrooms?
Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and vibrant primary school in the S10 area of Sheffield. This role is ideal for confident support staff who can lead learning, deliver planned lessons, and contribute to raising standards across the curriculum.
Role Overview:
As an HLTA, you will:
* Support class teachers across KS1 and KS2
* Deliver lessons to small groups or full classes in the teacher’s absence
* Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment
* Provide targeted intervention for pupils who need additional support
* Promote positive behaviour and learning attitudes
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* HLTA status or relevant Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience)
* Experience working in UK primary schools (EYFS, KS1 or KS2)
* Strong classroom presence and behaviour management skills
* Confidence delivering pre-planned lessons independently
* A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
* Access to your own dedicated consultant
* Flexible working around your availability
* Opportunities in a range of supportive schools
* Access to CPD courses including Team Teach, Autism Awareness & Safeguarding
* Competitive pay, paid weekly via PAYE
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced HLTA or a confident teaching assistant ready to step up, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Teaching Personnel’s Sheffield Primary Team for more details or contact me directly on 0114 241 3340 /
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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