Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £100 to £120 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | CF44 9EE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JMHLTAB-89854 |
Summary
Do you hold a HLTA, Level 4 qualification, or higher, and are seeking a new opportunity for the upcoming term?
Are you adaptable and comfortable working across all phases of a primary school?
Can you effectively support children’s social and emotional development?
About the School
TeacherActive is proud to partner with a warm and welcoming Primary School located in Aberdare. This school places community at the heart of its ethos and consistently goes above and beyond to support the children in its care. This is an excellent opportunity to join a school renowned for its high standards and positive behaviour.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join on a cover basis. The successful candidate will deliver support across all classes, from Early Years Foundation Phase (EYFP) through to Key Stage 2, including the school’s Special Resource Base (SRB). A strong understanding of key aspects of the Welsh curriculum is essential, along with the confidence to support pupils effectively when required.
Key Requirements
• Alternatively, PGCE or PCET qualifications are acceptable
• Minimum of six months’ experience within a classroom setting
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A reflective, creative, and proactive approach to supporting learning
What We Offer
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme – Terms and conditions apply
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (terms and conditions apply)
All staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct tax and National Insurance contributions with no administrative deductions from your earnings.
If you are interested in this Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) opportunity, please click ‘APPLY NOW’, and we will be in touch to discuss this fantastic role further.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.