Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Northampton

School: Primary

Salary: Competitive daily rates (inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay)
Contract Type: Supply / Temporary / Long-term opportunities available

Monarch Education is working in partnership with a wide range of primary and secondary schools to recruit Cover Supervisors and Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA). These roles are ideal for experienced education professionals looking to gain further classroom experience, support pupils’ learning, and work flexibly within the education sector.

The Role

• Cover Supervisor:

Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher

Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure a positive learning environment

Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA):

Support teaching and learning across the curriculum

Deliver targeted interventions and small group work

Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment

Support pupils with varying learning needs to reach their full potential

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A flexible, proactive, and professional approach
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience (desirable for HLTA roles)
• A passion for supporting pupils’ academic and personal development

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education

• Leading education recruitment provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free Safeguarding training
• Refer a Friend scheme – £200 bonus per referral (unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide, please visit our website: About Us – Monarch Education (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Important Information

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay
• Monarch Education is an Equal Opportunities Employer
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All workers are expected to share these commitments.
• As these roles involve regulated activity with children, successful applicants will be required to provide two employment references, undergo an enhanced DBS check, and complete a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all applicants. If you have not heard from us within 30 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion; however, your details will be retained for future opportunities.