Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 05 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,000 to £29,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 July 2026 |
| Location: | BS15 4JT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | DD003HLTA-8985 |
Summary
Teacher Active is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school based in Bristol. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their best academically, socially and emotionally. With a strong leadership team, supportive staff culture and excellent facilities, the school prides itself on delivering a high standard of education whilst promoting the well-being of both pupils and staff.
The school is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) on a long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will work across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering whole-class lessons during teacher release time, supporting small group interventions and providing targeted support to pupils who require additional assistance. The role will be paramount in helping pupils make excellent progress whilst supporting the delivery of the school's curriculum and learning objectives.
The successful HLTA will have:
• HLTA Status or equivalent relevant qualification
• Experience supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
• Confidence delivering whole-class lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach to supporting learning
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.