SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Bolton Area

Full-Time | September Start | Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced and passionate education professional looking to take the next step in your career? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a highly supportive specialist setting in the Bolton area from September.

This well-established specialist school supports children and young people aged 4–19 with a range of complex learning difficulties, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), physical disabilities, sensory needs, and additional communication needs. The school is renowned for its inclusive ethos, outstanding facilities, and commitment to helping every pupil achieve their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and highly personalised learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a passionate multidisciplinary team where your skills and expertise will have a genuine impact on the lives of pupils every day.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to deliver engaging and accessible learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead learning activities and interventions for individuals, small groups, and whole classes where required.
• Support teachers with planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Promote pupil engagement, independence, and confidence both inside and outside the classroom.
• Support pupils with complex SEND, adapting approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and communication needs.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist with behaviour support strategies and contribute to maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with families, therapists, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience within an educational setting.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Strong understanding of differentiated learning and inclusive practices.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach to supporting learners with additional needs.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning.

What's on Offer?

✅ Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
✅ Full-time, long-term opportunity starting in September.
✅ The chance to work in a highly respected specialist educational setting.
✅ Ongoing professional development and training through Teaching Personnel.
✅ A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to young people's lives.
✅ Supportive leadership team and excellent staff wellbeing culture.

If you are an enthusiastic HLTA looking for a rewarding new challenge within a specialist SEND environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered for this exciting HLTA opportunity in the Bolton area.

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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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