Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Wakefield & Surrounding Areas

Are you a qualified HLTA looking for flexible work in welcoming primary schools? Whether you're looking for day‑to‑day supply or a longer‑term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Academic Appointments is currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support a range of primary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas. With immediate starts available, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying the flexibility that supply work offers.

Every day will be different, but your impact will always be the same. You'll:

• Deliver and support engaging learning, including leading lessons when required.
• Support pupils' academic progress as well as their personal and emotional development.
• Quickly build positive, professional relationships across the school community.
• Confidently use your literacy and numeracy skills to support learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a focused, supportive classroom environment.
• Adapt to new schools and routines with confidence and professionalism.
• Set high expectations and encourage pupils to achieve their best.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity, and positivity into every classroom you enter.
• Work collaboratively with teaching teams to support strong outcomes for pupils.

• A recognised qualification that enables you to work as a Higher‑Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).
• Recent experience supporting teaching and learning within UK primary schools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A nurturing, child‑centred approach and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider school community.
• A flexible, reliable, and proactive approach to work.
• Two professional references, including your most recent employer.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

• Competitive rates of pay based on your experience and qualifications.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• A variety of placements across welcoming primary schools in Wakefield and the surrounding areas.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Primary Consultant.
• A collaborative team committed to finding the right role for you.
• Access to our Recommend a Friend Scheme and Re‑registration Bonus.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Our policies, including our Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, are available on our website.