Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Northwich

justteachers; Northwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Northwich is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming educational setting on a long-term basis starting as soon as possible. You will support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development while working closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

The HLTA will deliver targeted interventions, lead small group sessions, and provide classroom cover when required, helping create a positive, inclusive

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial HLTA level experience.
• Experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident leading learning activities and managing classroom behaviour.
• Proactive, adaptable, and nurturing approach; DBS Update Service preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned interventions to individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Provide classroom cover in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist with lesson preparation and the organisation of learning resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Lead learning activities

DBS check

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming educational setting in Northwich on a long-term basis starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about supporting pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development while working closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, delivering targeted interventions, leading small group sessions, and providing classroom cover when required. You will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils feel supported, engaged, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned interventions to individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Provide classroom cover in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist with lesson preparation and the organisation of learning resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Pre-requisites:

• HLTA qualification or substantial experience working at HLTA level.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people within an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence leading learning activities and managing classroom behaviour.
• A proactive, adaptable, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.