Cover Supervisor/ Higher Level Teaching Assistant (part time)

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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Sheffield
  • Working Pattern

    Part-time,
  • Specialism

    Teaching Assistant
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    HLTA salary
  • Closing date

    5 Sep 2025

Higher level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) & Cover Supervisor (part-time)

Part-Time HLTA – Sheffield – Long-Term Supply
Location: Sheffield Working Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Contract: Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

A well-regarded and inclusive school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a part-time, long-term supply basis starting September 2025. This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 and small group support, as well as general classroom cover across a range of year groups.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver targeted interventions to pupils with additional needs
  • Provide 1:1 support to students, helping them access the curriculum
  • Lead small group sessions to reinforce learning and boost confidence
  • Cover lessons in the absence of teaching staff, following planned materials
  • Collaborate with teachers and SENCO to support inclusive learning
  • Maintain a positive and nurturing learning environment

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Be based in the Sheffield area with Right to Work in UK
  • Possess HLTA qualification/equivalent experience
  • Proven experience supporting pupils in mainstream or SEND settings
  • Confidence delivering lessons and managing classroom behaviour
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A flexible, proactive, and compassionate approach to learning support
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
What You'll Get in Return
  • Opportunity to work in a highly respected Sheffield school
  • Supportive staff and leadership team
  • Competitive daily rate
  • Term-time only schedule for work-life balance
  • Dedicated Hays consultant to support your placement

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