HLTA

TN United Kingdom; Wigan; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to engage with students across Key Stages, promoting a positive learning environment and supporting individual student needs. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, and a passion for education. With a commitment to safeguarding and personal development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the educational sector. Join a supportive community where your contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Qualifications

• Experience working across Key Stages is essential.
• Ability to create a purposeful learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole class teaching cover for various staff absences.
• Monitor and report on pupil achievement and progress.
• Support pupils with barriers to learning.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

IT/Computing

Physical Education (PE)

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Vacancy: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

The Governors of St. Aidan’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a professional and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team from 1st September 2025. This role involves working 29.5 hours per week during term time (38 weeks per year).

St. Aidan’s Catholic Primary School is a large, successful, and happy school with excellent partnerships with parents, the Church, and the local community. The successful candidate will have proven experience working across Key Stages and employ a range of strategies to promote good behaviour and create a purposeful learning environment. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently, under supervision, and as part of a team.

Desirable skills include expertise in IT/Computing or PE, though these are not essential. We are eager to welcome the right person to our dedicated team.

Main Duties:

1. Provide whole class teaching cover for PPA, Management Time, Staff CPD, and short-term sickness.
2. Monitor, assess, record, and report on pupil achievement, progress, and development.
3. Support the subject lead in a designated curriculum area.
4. Experience of teaching the National Curriculum to KS1 and KS2 is preferred; if specialising in IT/Computing, experience in teaching the Computing Curriculum to KS1 and KS2 is essential, along with knowledge of maintaining a website and using Outlook.
5. Support pupils with barriers to learning on a one-to-one basis, in small groups, or within/outside the classroom.
6. Develop and implement individual plans for pupils.
7. Adjust lessons and work plans as appropriate.
8. Provide objective feedback and reports on pupils’ achievement.
9. Produce learning resources and collaborate with teachers on lesson planning.
10. Deliver local and national learning strategies.
11. Contribute to policy and procedure development.
12. Perform duties efficiently and economically.
13. Engage in personal development relevant to the role.

Application forms should be returned to the school, marked for the attention of Mrs. J M Farrimond (Headteacher). Forms can be submitted via email or paper copy.

For further information, please contact the school at 01942 223544 or via email at [emailprotected].

Interview date: 13.6.25

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures and a child barred list check.

The employer is committed to safeguarding.

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