Higher Level Teaching assistant

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Hedge End

£95–£105 per day | Full‑time | September 2026 start- Temporary with the potential to becoome permanent 

Are you an experienced HLTA looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact? This welcoming, community‑focused primary school in the Southampton area is seeking a confident HLTA to join their team from September. The school is rated Good by Ofsted and is known for its nurturing ethos, creative curriculum, and beautiful outdoor learning spaces.

This is a long‑term role with the potential to become permanent for the right person.

What makes this school a great place to work

• A forward thinking larger than average school in the Southampton area

• A leadership team that prioritises wellbeing and professional development

• Creative, outdoor‑led learning that keeps pupils engaged

• Supportive teachers who welcome new ideas and collaborative working

Your role as HLTA

You will play a key part in supporting teaching and learning across the school, including:

• Leading whole‑class sessions using prepared lesson plans

• Delivering small‑group interventions (including SEND and catch‑up support)

• Supporting behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment

• Working closely with teachers to plan, adapt and evaluate learning

• Providing feedback on pupil progress

• Helping to create engaging resources and learning activities

• Supporting pupils during transitions, breaks and school trips

We’re looking for someone who has

• HLTA status, CACHE Level 3, or an Education‑related degree

• Experience supporting learning in a primary setting

• A positive, proactive approach and strong communication skills

• A current DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

• The right to work in the UK and two references

What you’ll receive

• Competitive daily pay

• Weekly pay and a dedicated consultant

• Free safeguarding training

• Access to CPD including Team Teach, Autism Awareness and Positive Behaviour

• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus (earn up to £150 collectively)

Apply today

We review applications daily and will be in touch quickly if you are shortlisted. Click Apply to submit your CV.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.