Location: Pontefract, West YorkshireJob Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-TermStart Date: September 2026Salary: Competitive Daily RateRecruiter: Reed EducationHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Jobs in PontefractReed Education is recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and ambitious primary school in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, from September 2026.This exciting HLTA job in Pontefract offers the opportunity to work within a supportive primary school environment, delivering high-quality learning experiences across EYFS, Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2). The school is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.If you are a qualified HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to progress your career within primary education, we would love to hear from you.The RoleAs a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and senior leaders to support teaching and learning throughout the school. You will lead classes when required, deliver intervention programmes, and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment where pupils can thrive.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during teacher absenceSupport pupils'' academic progress, wellbeing, and personal developmentLead targeted interventions to improve attainment and progressAssist with lesson planning, pr