Higher level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Confident leading a classroom? Passionate about supporting pupils who need a different approach to education?

We’re looking for a dedicated and resilient HLTA to join a fantastic PRU in South Shields, supporting a primary-aged class on a full-time basis (8:30am–4:00pm).

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in a nurturing but structured environment and can confidently lead learning for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.

Whether you’ve worked as an HLTA, behaviour mentor, teaching assistant, youth worker, or in alternative provision, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing
Leading a primary class independently throughout the school day
Delivering engaging learning activities tailored to pupil needs
Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges
Creating a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment
Managing behaviour using consistent boundaries and restorative approaches
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