Job description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary Schools
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Crewe and surrounding areas
Salary: £105–£115 per day
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Supply
Contract: Day-to-day, Short-term and Long-term Opportunities
Start Date: Immediate and upcoming opportunities
Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?
Astro Education is recruiting enthusiastic, confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across our partner primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and the surrounding Staffordshire areas.
We have a variety of opportunities available, from flexible day-to-day supply to longer-term placements, offering competitive daily rates of £105–£115, depending on experience and assignment.
We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced HLTAs who are confident delivering lessons, managing whole classes and supporting pupils across the primary age range.
The Role
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning, working closely with class teachers and senior leaders.
Your responsibilities may include:
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Delivering pre-planned lessons to whole classes during teachers' PPA time, training and short-term absences.
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Providing effective classroom cover across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
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Leading targeted small-group and individual interventions in phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
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Supporting teachers with the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging learning activities.
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Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
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Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
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Monitoring pupil progress and providing constructive feedback to teaching staff.
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Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will:
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Hold a recognised HLTA qualification or have substantial relevant experience undertaking higher-level teaching assistant responsibilities.
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Have previous experience working within a UK primary school.
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Be confident leading whole-...
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Keele
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 22-10-2026
- 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
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