Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Temporary 5 terms
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 5ED |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 48f774ee-5a98-4e69-a2e6-e141db97c76a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Skills
• Be enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated to prepare and deliver lessons to whole classes in the planned absence of the teacher, i.e. for PPA or leadership duties
• Be able to assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual student needs
• Can support behavioural management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment
• Able to assist with the organisation of classroom resources and materials to facilitate effective teaching and learning
• Can communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents to ensure consistent support for student progress
• Is able to contribute to safeguarding procedures and promote a safe, inclusive school environment
• Inspire, motivate and encourage children and enable them to be the best that they can be.
Qualifications & Experience
• Has relevant HLTA or equivalent qualifications
• Experience in teaching or supporting across a range of year groups in educational settings is preferred
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children and adults
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
What the school offers its staff
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support educational staff within a dynamic learning environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in assisting with the delivery of high-quality education and provides an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives.
This role offers an enriching environment where you can develop your skills whilst making a meaningful difference in students’ lives. We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children's education and well-being.
We offer a supportive, positive environment with a forward thinking, committed staff team and friendly children and parents. We are looking for someone who is well motivated and passionate, a team player who is also able to work independently using their own initiative.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Skills
• Be enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated to prepare and deliver lessons to whole classes in the planned absence of the teacher, i.e. for PPA or leadership duties
• Be able to assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual student needs
• Can support behavioural management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment
• Able to assist with the organisation of classroom resources and materials to facilitate effective teaching and learning
• Can communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents to ensure consistent support for student progress
• Is able to contribute to safeguarding procedures and promote a safe, inclusive school environment
• Inspire, motivate and encourage children and enable them to be the best that they can be.
Qualifications & Experience
• Has relevant HLTA or equivalent qualifications
• Experience in teaching or supporting across a range of year groups in educational settings is preferred
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children and adults
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
What the school offers its staff
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support educational staff within a dynamic learning environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in assisting with the delivery of high-quality education and provides an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives.
This role offers an enriching environment where you can develop your skills whilst making a meaningful difference in students’ lives. We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children's education and well-being.
We offer a supportive, positive environment with a forward thinking, committed staff team and friendly children and parents. We are looking for someone who is well motivated and passionate, a team player who is also able to work independently using their own initiative.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.