Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Secondary Schools
Newcastle upon Tyne
£95 – £110 per day (PAYE, no umbrella deductions)
Ongoing opportunities, full-time and part-time
Looking for a role where you can make a real impact in the classroom while developing your skills? Our Newcastle secondary schools are on the hunt for passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants who can bring energy, expertise, and a steady hand to their teams.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading small group interventions and supporting whole-class learning
* Covering lessons when teachers are absent (no last-minute panic—we’ll help you prepare)
* Working closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning
* Supporting pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 to stay on track and achieve their best
What we’re looking for:
* Experience working in secondary schools (HLTA qualification is a bonus, but strong TA experience with a step-up mindset is welcome)
* Confidence to lead groups and occasionally take the whole class
* Strong behaviour management and communication skills
* A positive, can-do approach to supporting young people
Why join Protocol Education?
✅ Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden umbrella costs
✅ FREE access to our online CPD Academy
✅ A dedicated consultant who knows the Newcastle schools inside out
✅ Thrive training opportunities (boost your CV and confidence for free!)
✅ Roles in supportive, welcoming mainstream schools
This is a brilliant chance to step up, show your skills, and help shape futures in Newcastle’s secondary schools.
Apply today and let’s get you into a role where your expertise really counts.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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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