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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: November 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £100–£120 per day, depending on experience
Contract: Term Time Only

Make a Difference in Primary Education!

Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Bournemouth, to recruit a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from November 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or qualified HLTA looking to take the next step in their career. You will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, leading lessons when required, and helping pupils develop their skills, confidence, and independence.

About the Role

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Lead whole-class lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver targeted interventions to help pupils make progress.
• Work across different year groups within the school.
• Support children with a variety of learning needs and abilities.
• Assist teachers with lesson planning, preparation, and assessment.
• Encourage positive behaviour and maintain an engaging, inclusive classroom.
• Help pupils reach their full potential in a supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or has significant experience working in a primary school.
• Is confident delivering lessons and managing whole classes.
• Has strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Is adaptable, organised, and proactive.
• Is passionate about education and children's development.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer

• Competitive daily pay paid weekly.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to progress into long-term and permanent roles.
• A straightforward registration process with ongoing guidance.
• The chance to gain valuable experience in a supportive Bournemouth school.

Apply Today!

Are you an enthusiastic and committed HLTA looking for your next opportunity in Bournemouth?

Join a welcoming school community where you can put your skills to good use, take on new responsibilities, and make a real difference to children's learning every day.

Submit your CV today or contact Teaching Personnel Dorset Primary for more information about this exciting opportunity.

Call: 01202 297744
Email: ellen.wilcox@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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