Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Durham Secondary Schools
Long-Term Temporary, Competitive Daily Rates, September 2026

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for secondary schools in Durham from September 2026. HLTA status is essential — this is a role for someone qualified and experienced enough to lead sessions independently, cover classes, and operate as a senior member of the support team without hand-holding.

To be considered:


  • Higher Level Qualification (Level 3+)
  • Substantial experience as a TA in a secondary school setting
  • Confidence leading learning and managing a classroom independently
  • Strong understanding of SEND
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

What Teaching Personnel offers:


  • Competitive daily rates reflecting qualifications and experience
  • Weekly pay via PAYE
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Free CPD<...

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