Secondary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), Leeds

Job Description

New Directions Education is currently recruiting a confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within secondary schools across the Leeds area. Due to ongoing demand from our partnership schools, we are seeking motivated individuals who can provide high-quality classroom support, lead learning activities, and confidently cover lessons when required.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA or a highly skilled Teaching Assistant looking to further develop their career within secondary education.

The Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Delivering planned lessons in the absence of teaching staff
• Working with small groups and individual students to raise attainment
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs
• Assisting departments across various subject areas
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom
• Contributing to the planning and delivery of intervention programmes
• Monitoring and reporting on student progress

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 4 qualification (desirable)
• Previous experience working within a secondary school setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• The confidence to lead whole-class learning activities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting students and staff
• A passion for helping young people achieve their full potential

Why Join Us?

We work closely with a number of secondary schools throughout Leeds that are looking for talented HLTAs who can make a positive impact on students’ education. Whether you’re seeking a long-term role or looking to gain experience across multiple schools, we can help find the right opportunity for you.

Apply today.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.