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Barnsley Full time £21,510 - £23,333 a year
Posted 2 September 2026
Barnsley Rail Station (1.6 miles, direct) Parkgate (9.8 miles, direct) Barnsley Interchange/A24 (1.6 miles, direct)

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We're looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join Lift St Helen's; part of Lift Schools, where every child receives an excellent education, in every classroom, every day.

About the role

In this HLTA role, you'll work closely with teachers across the school to support the delivery of an ambitious and engaging curriculum. Whether leading sessions, covering lessons, or guiding small groups, you'll help create a learning environment where every pupil feels safe, valued and inspired to achieve their best. Your work will play a vital part in giving children the confidence, skills and encouragement they need to thrive throughout their school journey.

Our HLTA's will:

Plan and deliver small group interventions and cover whole-class sessions when required

Support with assessment and observations to inform planning

Encourage children's social and emotional development

Build strong relationships with families, supporting parental involvement

Line manage other TAs where appropriate

What we are looking for:

Level 4 Higher Level Teaching assistant qualified (or equivalent)

Experienced in Teaching Assistant role in a primary setting

SEND intervention skills and awareness

Motivated and passionate about supporting the youngest children within our schools to ensure the very best start in education for them.

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We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, as a HLTA we require a level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). If you don't yet hold this qualification but you do have the relevant experience and hold a level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, don't worry! We'll invest in your development by enrolling you in our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you gain the behaviours, skills and experience you need to thrive in the role.

About Lift St Helen's

Rated Good by Ofsted in January 2024, St Helen's provides high-quality education from ages 3 to 11, with approximately 207 pupils on roll. We're proud of our inclusive ethos, nurturing strong relationships with children and families to help each pupil thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 62 schools.  As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.

Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals

Ready to join us?

If you're excited about this opportunity and share our values, we'd love to hear from you. Could this be the next step in your career?

Closing date: 13th September 2026

Interview date: 17th or 18th September

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