Higher Level Teaching Assistants - #2081854

Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) - Primary Schools

Wakefield & South LeedsFull-time, Part-time & Flexible Roles Available

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant with a passion for helping children thrive? Our specialist education recruitment agency is expanding its primary support team across Wakefield and South Leeds, and we're looking for confident, committed HLTAs ready to make a real difference in the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, delivering pre-planned lessons in the teacher's absence
• Providing targeted intervention support in literacy, numeracy and SEND
• Supporting behaviour, engagement and positive routines
• Working closely with class teachers and senior leaders to raise attainment
• Bringing energy, initiative and creativity to every school day

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or substantial TA experience with the confidence to lead whole-class learning
• Strong communication and behaviour-management skills
• Adaptability to work across different year groups and school settings
• A genuine passion for supporting children's progress
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Work With Us

• Competitive daily rates
• Flexible placements to suit your lifestyle
• Long-term, short-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
• Supportive consultants who understand primary education
• Access to ongoing CPD and training

Locations

We are actively recruiting for primary schools across:

• Wakefield
• Rothwell
• Morley
• Middleton
• Beeston
• Surrounding South Leeds areas

Apply Today

If you're ready to take the next step in your HLTA career, send your CV to our team and we'll be in touch to arrange a chat.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'