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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), Gateshead
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Client:
GSL Education
Location:
Gateshead, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
13
Posted:
12.08.2025
Expiry Date:
26.09.2025
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Job Description:
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term
Are you a confident and capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in the classroom?
GSL Education are currently seeking experienced and motivated HLTAs to work in a variety of welcoming and well-resourced schools across Gateshead.
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will be trusted to take on a greater level of responsibility, including leading lessons, supporting individual and small group learning, and working closely with teaching staff to help raise attainment across the school. This role is ideal for someone with strong classroom experience and a passion for supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work or a more consistent long-term position, we offer opportunities to suit your preferences.
To be a successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), your responsibilities will be:
* Lead planned lessons and interventions in the absence of the class teacher
* Support pupils across the curriculum, including those with additional needs
* Assist in the planning and preparation of learning activities
* Provide targeted academic and pastoral support to individuals and small groups
* Monitor pupil progress and report outcomes to class teachers and SENCOs
* Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment
* Support with behaviour management and engagement strategies
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals
* Adhere to safeguarding and child protection policies at all times
HLTA Requirements:
* Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in schools
* Confidence in delivering lessons and managing groups independently
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* A patient, adaptable, and proactive attitude to classroom support
* Updated CV and Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
Why Join GSL Education?
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Flexible working arrangements to match your lifestyle
* Opportunities for long-term and career-enhancing placements
* Dedicated consultants offering ongoing guidance and support
If you are an aspiring teacher ready to inspire future authors, thinkers, and communicators, we would be delighted to help you begin your career journey.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘HLTA’ role in Gateshead, or to be considered, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Saif at sheikh.saifgsleducation for more information.
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