How Do You Become a Teaching Assistant: Complete Guide to Starting Your TA Career
Want to work in schools and help students learn? Becoming a teaching assistant might be the perfect job for you. …
Read MoreWhat is a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
HLTA stands for Higher Level Teaching Assistant. In the UK, HLTA is a role within schools where individuals take on …
Read MoreHeads Up, Schools! What Does Ofsted Say About Teaching Assistants?
Alright, let’s talk Ofsted. The ground is shifting under our feet with big changes to inspections rolling out, especially by …
Read MoreTeachers Assistant Pay Rise 2026: NJC, Term-Time & London Allowances
Good news! Teachers assistant pay rise kicks in from 2026. TAs get 3.2% more, starting at £24,413 full-time. Schools pro-rate …
Read MoreIs Being a Teaching Assistant a Good Job? The Real Pros and Cons
More people want to work in schools. Some want to change jobs. Others want more meaning in their work. Teaching …
Read MoreDo TAs Get Sick Pay in the UK?
Laura works as a Level 2 TA in Leeds. She’s on a term-time-only contract. She earns £21,000 full-time equivalent. But …
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