Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

“HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) status is awarded by the HLTA National Assessment Partnership (HNAP) to Teaching Assistants (TAs) who have been externally assessed against the HLTA Professional Standards and have successfully provided sufficient evidence to meet each standard” (HLTA North of England).

Home Students International Students Qualifications needed: Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, or equivalent. If you do not hold the necessary qualifications, access tests are available. As part of the application process, candidates must provide original certificates as proof you have gained Level 2 qualifications in English and maths. If a candidate does not have their original certificates, they can apply to the awarding body for replacement certificates or a confirmation of results letter. Awarding bodies normally make a charge for this service. You must be employed full or part time in a school or educational setting, working with children or young people between the ages of three and nineteen. You must work with individuals and small groups and take whole classes (without a teacher present). You must be fully supported by your school when applying for this programme whether you are school or self-funded.

UK students: £420; additional fee applies for assessment, payable to HLTA North.

UK/Home: £420; additional fee applies for assessment, payable to HLTA North.

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