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The Quest Academy; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

QUEST Academy Trust is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support delivery of quality education across our pupils. You will plan and deliver tailored activities, support pupils with SEND, and help develop our specialist teaching areas while providing reliable PPA cover.

You will work with staff, families, and external agencies to promote progress and well-being, contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment within a values-driven Trust.

Qualifications

• HLTA standards qualification with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to support pupils with diverse and complex SEND.
• Experience or willingness to develop behaviour management and personalised learning plans.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with pupils, staff and families.
• Proactive professional development and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities for individuals, small groups, or whole classes.
• Support pupils with complex SEND, including autism and MH needs.
• Lead other teaching assistants and manage specialist areas.
• Provide high-quality cover for teacher planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and external agencies to support progress and wellbeing.
• Contribute to pupils' social, emotional development in a safe and supportive environment.

Skills

HLTA standards

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Team leadership

Education

HLTA standards qualification

Job description

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at QUEST Academy Trust, you will work closely under the direction of senior staff to support the delivery of quality education for pupils . This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference by:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering tailored learning activities for individuals, small groups, or whole classes
• Supporting pupils with complex SEND, including those with autism, social, emotional, and mental health needs, and learning difficulties
• Managing and developing specialist areas within the school, and leading other teaching assistants
• Providing high-quality cover for teacher planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time
• Contributing to pupils' social, emotional, and personal development in a safe and supportive environment
• Collaborating with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure every pupil's progress and well-being

This role demands creativity, patience, and commitment, offering you the chance to develop your expertise while playing a vital role in shaping the educational journey of our pupils.

You are a dedicated professional who believes every pupil deserves the chance to succeed. You will bring:

• A commitment to meeting the needs of children with diverse and complex SEND
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Experience or willingness to develop skills in behaviour management and delivering personalised learning plans
• Confidence to lead and motivate others, including fellow teaching assistants
• A proactive approach to your own professional development and a passion for continuous learning
• Qualifications meeting HLTA standards, with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine enthusiasm for working within a supportive, values-driven Trust

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to inclusion, respect, and the highest standards of education and care.

What We Offer

• Wellness day - An additional days leave to dedicate to your own wellbeing
• Local Government pension scheme
• The chance to work within a growing, successful multi-academy Trust with a clear vision and strong values
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued
• See our benefits brochure for further information