Job Description

TeacherActive are partnered with a local council and SEND/ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities team in Derby. We provide educational support to individuals who are currently out of mainstream education, those seeking additional support, and individuals with SEND/ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

We are currently looking for a HLTA/ Higher Level Teaching Assistant with experience of working with challenging young people to provide Key Stage 1 - Key Stage 4  Maths and English support on a 1:1 basis.

As they have been out of education for some time, they require support with their core subjects, Maths and English, however will be working at a lower level. The HLTA/ Higher Level Teaching Assistant will need to assess their current ability and reintroduce education into their routine whilst a suitable school provision is found. Lessons will take place either in a local Library or the young persons home.

Due to the nature of the students we provide support to, applicants must have strong understanding of SEND/ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and a good level of Maths and English.

The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have:

Experience working with SEND

Level 4 Qualification

Have excellent classroom management

Have a kind and patient nature with a positive mindset

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Join us in providing essential support and care to those who need it most.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available around the clock to help you with the easy onboarding process.

Guaranteed Payment Scheme *T&Cs apply*

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Primary School Teacher position, then click ‘APPLY NOW' or contact Hollie on (phone number removed) or email me on

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. 

We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. 

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services