Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. HLTA / Teaching Assistant Level 3 (TA3) – Primary school Full-time, long-term placementTerm time onlyRegular PPA cover required Working Environment Primary school settings (EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 depending on school need) Role Overview The HLTA / TA3 will work on a full-time agency assignment within a primary school, supporting teaching and learning across the school and providing planned PPA cover. The role requires confidence leading whole-class learning, following lesson plans set by teaching staff, and maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement. The post holder will remain employed by the agency and work under the day-to-day direction of the school’s senior leadership team, in line with school policies and procedures. Key ResponsibilitiesTeaching & PPA Cover Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA time, ensuring continuity of learning Lead whole-class sessions confidently across assigned year groups Adapt lesson delivery to meet pupil needs while following school frameworks Provide clear verbal and written feedback to teaching staff after lessons Classroom Support Support teachers with learning activities, interventions and catch-up support Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning objectives Prepare and use classroom resources provided by the school Behaviour & Engagement Manage behaviour effectively in line with the school’s behaviour policy Maintain a safe, calm and purposeful learning environment Promote positive attitudes, inclusion and respect Pastoral & SEND Support Support pupils’ emotional and social development Assist with SEND, EAL or SEMH needs where required Apply safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately Professional Responsibilities Represent the agency professionally at all times Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and staff codes of conduct Complete agency timesheets accurately and on time Communicate effectively with school staff and agency consultants Essential Requirements HLTA status or TA Level 3 qualification Proven experience working in a UK primary school Experience covering classes for PPA Strong classroom and behaviour management skills Good understanding of the primary curriculum Flexibility and adaptability within school settings Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via the agency) Right to work in the UK Desirable Experience across multiple year groups SEND experience First Aid training Experience in long-term supply placements 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xehkeey For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.