Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA – Primary Cover

Start Date: April 2026
Full Time • HLTA • General Classroom Support & Cover
Pay Rate: £95–£110 per day (DOE)

Teaching Personnel are seeking a committed and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming primary school in Widnes. This role offers a varied timetable, providing general HLTA support across different classes and delivering high‑quality classroom cover where needed.

If you enjoy variety in your day, can adapt to different year groups, and are looking for a long‑term opportunity starting in April, this role could be perfect for you.

The Role

As the school’s HLTA, you will:

• Deliver pre‑prepared lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 when teachers are absent
• Support learning in class by working with whole-class, small groups and individual pupils
• Assist with intervention groups across core subjects
• Adapt learning materials for pupils of differing abilities
• Maintain strong classroom management and promote positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with teachers and senior leaders
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support their engagement and progress

This is an ideal role for an HLTA who enjoys a dynamic day-to-day environment and is confident covering a range of primary year groups.

About the School

This primary school in Widnes is known for:

• A nurturing and inclusive school culture
• Supportive senior leadership
• Strong emphasis on teamwork
• Excellent pastoral care
• A friendly and welcoming staff environment

It’s a setting where staff feel valued, supported and part of a close‑knit school community.

Ideal Candidate

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• An experienced HLTA comfortable delivering lessons across the primary age range
• Confident with classroom cover and leading learning independently
• Adaptable and able to work across different year groups
• Skilled in supporting pupils with a range of learning needs
• Calm, organised and proactive
• Strong in behaviour management
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting positive learning

Great Transport Links in Widnes

The school benefits from:

• Regular bus routes linking to Runcorn, St Helens, Warrington and Liverpool
• Easy access to the A557 and M62
• Nearby Widnes and Hough Green train stations
• On‑site or nearby parking

Convenient whether you're local or commuting.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Joining Teaching Personnel gives you:

• Competitive weekly pay
• A dedicated, local consultant
• Access to long-term and short-term roles
• Free CPD and training
• A large network of primary schools across the area
• A smooth, supportive registration process

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced HLTA ready to take on a flexible and rewarding cover role from April, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of the team will be in touch for a friendly chat.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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