Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

GSL Education is on the lookout for an experienced and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive team in a primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting teaching and learning activities, covering lessons, and contributing to the development of students.

• Deliver planned learning activities in the absence of the teacher, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Assist in preparing lesson materials and learning environments.
• Support students with special educational needs, providing tailored assistance to facilitate their learning and inclusion.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of student progress.

• Strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Supportive school environments committed to staff wellbeing.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• The chance to make a real difference in students’ academic and personal growth.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more details about these enriching roles and how you can make a significant impact on the educational journey of students in Newcastle upon Tyne, please do not hesitate to contact consultant Alex Pounder at