HLTA, Rhondda Cynon Taf

  • Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £130 per day
  • Start date: 06/07/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions are seeking dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to cover on a supply basis in supportive and inclusive schools based in Rhondda Cynon Taff. The successful candidate will be responsible for covering across KS1 and KS2 classes.

Requirements

  • HLTA or Level 4 qualification.
  • Experience working with children in an educational setting.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • Good organisational and time-management skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects and age groups.
  • Plan and deliver learning activities for individuals, small groups, and whole classes.
  • Provide cover for teachers during planned absences.
  • Monitor and assess pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
  • Support pupils with diverse learning needs and promote inclusion.
  • Contribute to the development of a positive and engaging learning environment.
  • Assist with behaviour management in line with school policies.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

Safeguarding Statement:
New Directions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff West branch.

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

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

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

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