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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Company:TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:£110 to £140 a day
Hours:Full-time
Location:S1
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Contract
Posting date:26 Aug 2026
Closing date:25 Sept 2026
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Summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – September Start

Location: Sheffield & Surrounding Areas

Pay: £110 – £140 per day

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time & Part-time Opportunities

TeacherActive is recruiting experienced and confident

Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of welcoming schools from September. We have opportunities available for candidates looking for

day-to-day flexibility, short-term cover or longer-term placements.

As an HLTA, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You may be responsible for

delivering pre-planned lessons, providing PPA cover, leading small groups and interventions, and supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis.

What We're Looking For

HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience

Previous experience working within a school setting

Confidence leading a class and delivering pre-planned lessons

Strong classroom and behaviour management

Experience delivering interventions and small-group activities

Ability to support pupils with different learning needs

SEND experience is beneficial

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A positive, reliable and adaptable approach

Why Work with TeacherActive?

Competitive rates of pay

Full-time and part-time opportunities

Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements

Access to a wide range of local schools

Flexibility to find work that suits you

Free CPD and professional development

A

dedicated consultant who gets to know you and your preferences

Support throughout your registration and placements

Referral rewards for recommending other great educators

Interested?

If you're an experienced

HLTA looking for your next opportunity this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Send over your CV today or get in touch for a quick chat about your experience, availability and the opportunities we currently have.

TeacherActive

Call: 0114 321 0757

Email: marianna.matti@teacheractive.com

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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