HLTA Roles on Supply – Kirklees

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support. We’re currently recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a Primary School in Kirklees on a long or short-term basis. This role is temporary/permanent/temp-to-perm.

You’ll be joining an inclusive, supportive and ambitious Primary School, focused on creating a positive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their potential. The school values inclusion, wellbeing and community, ensuring every child feels supported, valued and able to succeed.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA to become a familiar face in a school where high-quality support, consistency and pupil development are at the heart of the school community.

You’ll be joining a welcoming school that prioritises pupil progress and staff development, providing the opportunity to take on greater classroom responsibility while supporting children across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Delivering whole-class, group and 1:1 learning sessions to support pupil progress.
• Providing lesson cover in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring learning continues effectively.
• Supporting teachers with planning, assessment and adapting resources to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Leading targeted interventions and supporting pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.

Requirements or Skills:

• Recent experience working within a Primary School or education setting.
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and/or HLTA qualification is desirable.
• Experience delivering lessons, interventions or supporting learning independently.
• Strong classroom management, communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) and the Right to Work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.