Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School – Meonstoke (SO32), Portsmouth
Location: Meonstoke, SO32 – Portsmouth Area
Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with PPA Cover
Daily Rate: From £95 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term
Start Date: September 2025 or sooner
Are you an experienced HLTA looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy leading lessons and making a real impact in the classroom?
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming Primary School in Meonstoke (SO32), Portsmouth, to recruit a confident and proactive HLTA to support across the school and cover PPA time for teachers.
Role Responsibilities:
Deliver lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during PPA time using pre-prepared planning
Support classroom learning in collaboration with teaching staff
Provide targeted intervention support where required
Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
We’re Looking For:
A qualified HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant confident in leading whole-class learning
Strong behaviour management and organisational skills
A flexible and professional attitude
Previous experience in a UK primary school setting
What We Offer:
Competitive daily pay starting from £100
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunity for CPD and career progression
A long-term role in a supportive and friendly school community
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience delivering PPA cover in a vibrant and close-knit rural school.
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.
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