HLTA

  • Job Reference: 2563559586-2
  • Date Posted: 12 January 2026
  • Recruiter: Academics Ltd
  • Location: Doncaster, Yorkshire
  • Salary: £115 to £140 Per Day
  • Sector: Education
  • Job Type: Temporary

Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Doncaster

Are you a confident and capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for rewarding, flexible work across Doncaster?

Academics are recruiting skilled HLTA staff to support a range of primary schools on a temporary, flexible ongoing basis, with opportunities to deliver interventions and provide PPA/class cover.

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location:
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Contract:
Temporary, flexible ongoing positions
Pay:
115 - 145 per day (paid via PAYE - no umbrella fees)
Start Date:
ASAP or a start date that suits you

About the Role

As an HLTA, you will support teaching and learning across the primary curriculum, delivering pre-planned lessons during PPA cover, small group interventions, or supporting targeted pupils including those with SEND.
You will work closely with teachers and SLT, contributing to planning, delivery and assessment where required.

This role is ideal for experienced support staff who are confident leading learning and promoting progress and independence in children.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons during PPA or staff absence
    Support learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
    Lead small group and 1:1 intervention (e.g. phonics, maths, reading)
    Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
    Assist with planning, marking and assessment as directed
    Contribute to classroom organisation and learning resources
    Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and school teams
    Follow safeguarding protocols at all times

Candidate Requirements

  • Level 4 HLTA qualification with relevant experience
  • Strong HLTA-level experience and Degree educated (essential)
  • Ability to lead whole-class learning confidently
  • Sound knowledge of the primary curriculum
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Academics Offer

  • Flexible, ongoing HLTA opportunities across Doncaster
    Competitive daily pay: 115 - 145
    Supportive primary school environments
    Dedicated consultant support throughout all placements

We also offer:

  • Choose the days and schools that suit your lifestyle
    Immediate starts or future start dates available
    Temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates
    Refer a friend scheme - earn up to 125 in Love2Shop vouchers

If you are an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant seeking flexible work in Doncaster, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Academics and continue your HLTA career with confidence!