Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Supply Role
22 hours ago
Cleethorpes
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Grimsby Location: Primary schools across the local area Contract Type: Flexible supply – full-time or part-time Pay Rate: £90–£115 per day About the Role We are looking for confident, experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work with a variety of primary schools across Grimsby. This role is perfect for individuals who can take initiative, deliver pre-planned lessons, and offer strong support to pupils who may display challenging behaviour or require a structured, consistent approach. As an HLTA, you’ll work across different classes and year groups, lead whole-class teaching when needed, and provide support to pupils with a range of behavioural, learning, and social-emotional needs. We offer both day-to-day and longer-term placements to suit your availability. Key Responsibilities • Classroom Leadership & Teaching, • Deliver teacher-prepared lessons to whole classes, • Lead small-group learning and targeted interventions, • Manage classroom routines and transitions effectively, • Provide clear structure, guidance, and consistency for learners Behaviour Support & Classroom Management • Support pupils displaying challenging behaviour in classroom or small-group settings, • Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies, • Maintain firm, consistent boundaries aligned with school expectations, • Support pupils’ emotional regulation and wellbeing, • Work collaboratively with class teachers and pastoral teams to promote calm, safe learning environments Targeted Interventions & 1:1 Support • Support pupils with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs, • Deliver structured interventions under the direction of the SENCO or class teacher, • Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff, • Encourage independence, confidence, and self-regulation skills Flexibility & Professionalism • Adapt quickly to new routines, teaching approaches, and behaviour systems, • Provide support across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 as required, • Be available for both pre-booked and same-day assignments, • Communicate effectively with school staff and your Reed consultant What You’ll Bring • Recent, relevant experience at HLTA level or equivalent, • Confidence in leading whole-class teaching, • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills, • A calm, consistent, proactive approach, • Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork abilities, • A strong commitment to safeguarding, • HLTA status or proven equivalent experience (highly desirable), • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Why Work With Reed Education? • Flexible assignments to match your availability, • Competitive daily pay with weekly payroll, • Opportunities to broaden your experience in varied school settings, • Ongoing support from your dedicated Reed consultant with teaching experience, • Access to CPD including Safeguarding training