HLTA for EAL

inploi; Bolton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bolton is seeking a dedicated HLTA for EAL. The role involves supporting teaching and learning for EAL learners. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and relevant experience in education. This is a temporary contract covering maternity leave, with a competitive salary ranging from £24,769.30 to £27,493.59 per annum.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• General understanding of the curriculum and classroom roles.
• Relevant experience in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support for teaching and learning.
• Enable learners with EAL to make swift progress.

Skills

Teamwork

Understanding of curriculum

Passion for student achievement

Experience with young people

Engagement skills

Communication

Job description

Overview

Ladybridge High School is seeking HLTA for EAL. Grade F, SCP 17-23. Actual salary £24,769.30 to £27,493.59 per annum. 34.5 hours per week, term time plus five days. Required for 3rd November 2025. Temporary Contract, covering Maternity leave until 21st July 2026 / until substantive postholder returns to work.

Ladybridge High School is a warm, friendly and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared across the school community. We are focused on achieving strong academic outcomes through a rounded education that prepares our learners for life. We are committed to our ‘Trivium’ approach to education, which is summarised on our website here. The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work.

Responsibilities

We are seeking to appoint a HLTA for EAL to provide effective support for teaching and learning in school to enable learners with EAL to secure swift progress.

Qualifications / Skills

• The ability to work effectively within a team environment
• A general understanding of the curriculum and of classroom roles and responsibilities
• A passion for ensuring that each and every learner flourishes and feels proud of their individual achievements
• Relevant experience of working with young people in an educational setting
• Ability to engage learners and a commitment to help them fulfill their potential
• The ability to establish fair, respectful and supportive relationships
• A high level of verbal and written communication

Application process

Interested colleagues should complete an application form, which can be downloaded from the school website http://www.ladybridgehigh.co.uk/latest-vacancies/ and submit with a letter of application to outline how your experiences to date prepare you for this role.

Deadline for applications: Monday 29th September 2025 at 8.00am
Shortlisting will take place: Tuesday 30th September 2025
Interviews will be held: Monday 6th October 2025

This is a unique opportunity to transform young people’s lives, and to develop professionally, in a distinctive and rapidly improving school.

Contact / Safeguarding

Please send completed applications via email to Miss M Johns, HR & Cover Manager at [e-mail]

Ladybridge High School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.