Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Chester

Job description

HLTA – Primary School – Blacon

Salary: Daily pay rate £115 +, paid weekly

Contract: Full-time, long-term role with an immediate start

Hirecracker Education are working with a large primary school in Blacon who are looking for a dedicated HLTA to support teaching and learning across the school, working with whole classes, small groups, and individual pupils as needed.

You will play a key role in shaping pupils’ learning journeys, supporting their academic progress, personal development, and behaviour. By contributing to a positive, inclusive, and engaging school environment, you will have a real and lasting impact on children’s confidence, motivation, and overall school experience.

Why register with Hirecracker Education?

• Chester’s ONLY education supply agency headquartered in the heart of the city
• Onrec Award Winners
• 24/7 access to our experienced, 5* Education Recruitment Consultants
• Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly
• Strong and exclusive partnerships with schools across Cheshire with wide range of local schools and exclusive partnerships
• A fast, friendly, and supportive registration process

What you’ll be doing:

• Taking a lead role in supporting teaching and learning, helping to manage classroom behaviour and maintaining a focused, productive learning environment
• Planning, preparing, and delivering lessons, activities, and targeted interventions across the curriculum, in line with teachers’ objectives when required
• Leading small groups or 1:1 sessions independently to support pupils’ learning, progress, and development
• Promoting inclusion and adapting approaches to meet the needs of pupils with additional learning requirements
• Covering classes when required, taking full responsibility for the classroom, and supporting assessment, progress tracking, and reporting
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced teaching assistants, helping to share best practice and enhance overall classroom support

Requirements:

• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Strong organisational and classroom management skills
• HLTA qualification (or equivalent experience)
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about this position, please either apply by clicking online, emailing me directly or calling Laura on 01244 739 321.

Laura.roberts@hirecracker.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chester

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-10-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English