HLTA, Elementary School, Education ​/ Teaching

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Full Time

Location:

Oldham
Pay: £149 - £160 per day

Contract:

Full-time

Start Date:

As soon as possible

A welcoming, inclusive and well-organised Primary School in Oldham is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their supportive team. This is a rewarding full-time role offering variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ progress across the school.

The Role

This HLTA position offers a balanced and structured week, providing experience across different year groups and key areas of school life:

Class-based support across the school covering PPA or staff sickness, so, someone who is able to cover throughout the school would be ideal.

2 days per week focused on:

* Targeted tutoring and intervention programmes

* General classroom cover where required

* Supporting pupil progress and attainment across the school

Key Responsibilities

* Delivering high-quality interventions and tutoring sessions

* Providing effective whole-class cover

* Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

* Working collaboratively with teachers and senior leaders to track progress and impact

* Building strong, positive relationships with pupils to support confidence and engagement

Who This Role Is Ideal For

* Qualified HLTAs or very experienced Teaching Assistants ready and able to take the next step

* ECTs seeking valuable classroom experience without full class responsibility

* Practitioners confident working across multiple year groups

* Individuals passionate about inclusion, pupil progress and Pupil Premium support

Requirements

* HLTA status or relevant higher-level classroom experience

* Experience delivering interventions, tutoring or classroom cover

* Strong communication skills and confident behaviour management

* Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work with Talent Education?

Talent Education work across Greater Manchester, placing teachers, teaching assistants, SEN specialists, support staff, and leadership positions. Our goal is always to match the right person to the right role. We are rooted in the local community and specialise solely in education. Our personalised approach, long-term support, and commitment to both schools and candidates set us apart. If you’re looking for a full-time HLTA role that offers variety, responsibility and real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Talent Education for more information.

Education:

* Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Experience:

* At least 1 year working within a primary school (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

* HLTA Qualification (preferred)

Work Location:

In person