Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Leeds

At Engage Education, we know that finding the right school is just as important as finding the right role. With over ten years of experience placing HLTAs in schools across the UK, we're here to help you find a position where you can genuinely make a difference.

We’re currently working with a fantastic secondary school in the LS20 area of Leeds, looking to welcome a passionate and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant to their team. You’ll be supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them build confidence, stay engaged, and reach their full potential.

As a HLTA, your role will be varied and rewarding. You’ll work closely with both students and teaching staff, providing a mix of one-to-one support, small group interventions, and occasional whole-class cover. You'll play a key role in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building strong relationships with students to understand and support their individual learning needs
• Delivering tailored interventions to keep students on track with their progress
• Leading lessons or group sessions within an agreed lesson framework
• Assisting in lesson planning, classroom organisation, and maintaining a focused learning environment
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to reports and parent meetings

We’re looking for someone who:

• Meets the HLTA standards or is working towards them within six months of starting
• Has strong literacy and numeracy skills, and relevant qualifications (A-level or equivalent)
• Has previous experience working in a secondary school setting
• Is enthusiastic, approachable, and genuinely passionate about education.

About us

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Well-being support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

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