Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Full-time, Temporary)

Sunderland

£525 - £555 per week

September 2026 - ongoing

The School and Role

A supportive school is seeking a full-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant to primarily work within Key Stage 2. The role includes covering PPA sessions and delivering targeted interventions to support pupil progress. You will work closely with teachers to plan and deliver engaging learning, promote positive behaviour, and maintain an inclusive environment. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and experience supporting teaching and learning are essential.

Requirements

The desired Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have;

• Experience of working with primary school aged children.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of primary school pupils.
• An ability to work as part of a team.

What we offer
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from: 

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). 
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions. 
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

How to apply 
If you are a Higher Level Teaching Assistant can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as ''Excellent'' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

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