Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Warrington
Start Date: After October Half Term
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (potential for permanent placement)
Salary: Pay-to-Scale, dependent on experience and qualifications

A friendly and inclusive primary school in the Warrington area is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their welcoming team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident practitioner to make a real impact by supporting teaching and learning across the school, including delivering lessons and interventions to groups of pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities to individuals, small groups, or whole classes in line with teacher planning and school curriculum.
• Provide high-quality support to pupils with SEN and additional learning needs, adapting approaches to meet individual requirements.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers to assess pupil progress and contribute to lesson planning and evaluations.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and inclusion throughout the school.
• Supervise classes in the absence of the teacher, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.
• Support the delivery of interventions and targeted programmes to raise attainment and progress.

Educator Requirements:

• Holds a Level 4 / HLTA qualification (or equivalent) – or significant classroom experience at this level.
• Possesses an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to apply through Teaching Personnel).
• Demonstrates strong experience supporting primary-aged pupils, ideally including those with SEN or additional needs.
• Confident in leading lessons, delivering planned activities, and managing behaviour effectively.
• A proactive, adaptable, and caring professional with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop.
• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities through Teaching Personnel’s Training Academy.
• Support and guidance from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the learning and wellbeing of children.

If you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career—or an established HLTA seeking a new challenge—please send your updated CV or contact our Wigan and Warrington branch on 01942 355 059 for more information.

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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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