Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a Secondary Alternative Provision setting in Burnley. The role involves delivering lessons and providing support to students aged 11-16 with complex needs in a nurturing and adaptable environment. Candidates should possess strong classroom management skills and an HLTA qualification or relevant experience. This temporary position may lead to a permanent role depending on circumstances.

Benefits

FREE child protection training

Support for enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience at HLTA level.
• Experience working with pupils with behavioural or emotional challenges is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and supporting lessons across different subjects.
• Supporting students with SEMH and behavioural needs in the classroom.
• Encouraging positive engagement and independent learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Emotional regulation

Education

HLTA qualification or relevant experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Secondary Alternative Provision
Location:Burnley
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £13.75 per hour

We are looking for a confident and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a Secondary Alternative Provision (AP) setting for pupils aged 11–16. This role involves covering a variety of classes from Year 7 to Year 11, providing both academic and emotional support to students with complex needs.

About the Setting:
Alternative Provisions cater to students who are unable to attend mainstream education, often due to behavioural, social, emotional, or mental health (SEMH) challenges. These settings offer a supportive environment focused on helping pupils re-engage with learning, build confidence, and make progress at their own pace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering and supporting lessons across different subjects and year groups

• Stepping in for teacher absence with appropriate planning and support

• Supporting students with SEMH and behavioural needs in the classroom

• Encouraging positive engagement, emotional regulation, and independent learning

• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams

What We’re Looking For:

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience at HLTA level

• Strong classroom management and adaptability

• Confidence in leading lessons and supporting varied learner needs

• Experience working with pupils with behavioural or emotional challenges is desirable

• A calm, patient, and professional approach

If you’re passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and succeed in education, we’d love to hear from you.

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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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