Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £90 to £120 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | LS27 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Leeds – LS16, LS27 & surrounding areas
Start Date: September / ASAP
Salary: £90 – £120 per day
Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities
Are you an experienced
Higher Level Teaching Assistant / HLTA looking for flexible work across Leeds?
Are you confident covering classes, delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils across
KS1 and KS2?
Would you like the flexibility to choose when and where you work while gaining experience across a range of supportive primary schools?
TeacherActive is working with a number of
primary schools across Leeds, including LS16, LS27 and surrounding areas, who are looking for confident and adaptable
Higher Level Teaching Assistants for September.
We have opportunities available to suit your circumstances, whether you're looking for
1–2 days per week, regular day-to-day supply or a longer-term HLTA position.
The role may include:
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Providing whole-class cover across KS1 and KS2
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Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities
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Providing PPA and teacher absence cover
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Leading small-group interventions
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Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
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Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining established routines
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Working closely with teachers and senior leadership teams
The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have:
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HLTA qualification
or strong relevant classroom experience
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Previous experience within a UK primary school
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Confidence leading a class and delivering planned work
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Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
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Experience across KS1 and/or KS2
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A good understanding of safeguarding
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A flexible, positive and reliable approach
Why work with TeacherActive?
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Flexible work built around your availability
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Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
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Competitive rates of
£90 – £120 per day
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Access to CPD courses and certificates through
My-Progression
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
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Opportunities across a variety of Leeds primary schools
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TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to
£100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning the correct TAX and National Insurance deductions are made with
no admin charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.
Interested?
If you're a
Higher Level Teaching Assistant, HLTA, experienced Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor looking for your next opportunity in a Leeds primary school, we'd love to hear from you.
Click APPLY NOW or contact Jack directly:
Email:
jack.richards@teacheractive.com
Call: 0113 331 4945
Apply today to discuss the
Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunities available across Leeds this September.
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.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
