Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School – Nottingham

Milk Education are recruiting for a dedicated, experienced, and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Nottingham on a long-term basis, starting in September 2026.

You’ll be joining a supportive school community where you will play an important role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA who is confident working independently, leading lessons, and supporting pupils across the primary age range.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team, providing targeted interventions, leading small-group activities, and covering classes when required.

What You'll Be Doing in the Role:

• Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Covering classes and delivering pre-planned lessons when required
• Leading small-group and 1:1 interventions
• Supporting pupils with their academic and personal development
• Working with pupils who require additional support, including SEND
• Helping to manage behaviour and promote positive relationships
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and learning resources
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teachers
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence and independence
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and the wider school team
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Supporting safeguarding and child protection procedures

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school
• HLTA qualification or relevant experience is highly desirable
• Experience leading lessons or covering classes is desirable
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Experience supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Experience working with SEND is desirable
• A patient, nurturing, and positive approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice

Benefits to You:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Quick and efficient registration process with fast-track compliance
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• 5-star rating with over 3,000 reviews across Google and Facebook
• Access to exclusive school and multi-academy trust partnerships
• FREE access to our Perks Portal with a wide range of discounts
• Ongoing professional development with 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources
• FREE wellbeing eBook and access to a dedicated wellbeing hub
• School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident and ready
• 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant via direct contact
• Access to our Unbottled programme, bringing impactful lived-experience speakers into schools
• Opportunities across a wide network of offices throughout England and North Wales
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency

Apply Now or get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity:

Number: 0115 772 2772
Email: christin.rabone@milk-education.co.uk

Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven education supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We're committed to finding exceptional talent and supporting schools across the UK with high-quality staffing solutions.

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

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.