Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School - Leicester (LE3)

About the role:

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time (37.5 Hours A Week), Term Time Only - Long-Term Placement

Pay: £105-£125 per day DOE (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)

Job Description:

Justteachers are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Leicester, LE3, who are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher
• Support teachers with the planning and preparation of lessons and resources
• Lead small-group and one-to-one interventions to support pupil progress
• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, providing feedback where appropriate
• Establish and maintain positive behaviour and high expectations within the classroom
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet the needs of different abilities
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and the wider support team
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development

Pre-requisites:

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience
• Previous experience working within a primary school
• Confident delivering lessons and leading learning activities
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skillsAbility to support pupils across different year groups
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Two school-based references
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
• Right to Work in the UK
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare