KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant

KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Retford Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities supporting Key Stage 1 pupils across primary schools in Retford? Academics, an…

Pay rate £100 – £140/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 13 October 2026

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KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Retford

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities supporting Key Stage 1 pupils across primary schools in Retford?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistants for temporary, ongoing supply work across primary schools in Retford and the surrounding areas.

This KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal for someone confident supporting younger pupils, leading classroom activities and delivering lessons when required. You will help children in Years 1 and 2 develop their confidence, independence and core learning skills.

Position: KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply

Pay: £100 - £140 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As a KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Retford, you may deliver pre-planned lessons, lead whole-class activities and provide targeted support to individuals or small groups across Years 1 and 2.

The KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant role may also involve supporting early literacy and numeracy, delivering interventions and helping maintain a positive classroom environment. Responsibilities will vary depending on the needs of each Retford school.

Key Responsibilities

Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1
Deliver pre-planned lessons and classroom activities
Lead whole-class learning when required
Provide individual and small-group support
Support early reading, writing and numeracy development
Work closely with teachers and support staffCandidate Requirements

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA
Relevant HLTA qualification or suitable experience for the role
Experience supporting KS1 pupils is desirable
Confidence leading lessons and managing a classroom
Strong communication and organisational skills
Flexible, proactive and supportive approach
Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain oneWhat Academics Offer

Flexible KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant opportunities throughout Retford
Competitive daily rates of £100-£140
Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
Refer a friend and earn up to £75 Love2Shop vouchersIf you are a KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in Retford, we'd love to hear from you. Academics can support you with day-to-day supply, short-term cover and longer-term opportunities across the area.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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