Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Flexible, bank staff (day-to-day / short-term cover)
Salary: GBP120 GBP135 per day (depending on experience and assignment)

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join our supply bank in Wakefield. This flexible role is ideal for skilled practitioners who want to support a variety of schools, working on a day-to-day or short-term basis to cover staff absence and provide additional classroom support.

As a supply HLTA, youll have the opportunity to deliver planned lessons, lead interventions, and make a positive impact across multiple school communities while keeping the flexibility to choose when you work.

Key Responsibilities

Lead whole-class sessions in the teachers absence, ensuring effective learning and behaviour management

Deliver targeted group and one-to-one interventions

Support teachers with planning, assessment, and preparation of resources

Adapt lessons to meet the needs of pupils, including those with SEND

Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment

Quickly adapt to different school settings and routines

Person Specification

We are seeking candidates who are:

Qualified to HLTA Level 4 (or equivalent)

Confident in leading lessons and managing a classroom

Experienced in working across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2

Flexible, reliable, and able to accept work at short notice

Passionate about supporting pupils learning and wellbeing

Hold a valid Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply for one)

Why Join Our Supply Bank?

Full flexibility choose the days you are available to work

Competitive daily rates

A variety of experiences across schools in Wakefield

Opportunities to build strong links with local schools

Ongoing CPD and support from our network

Start date: September 2025 (placements available throughout the academic year)

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All supply staff must hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check, and references will be required in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.