HLTA/L3 Teaching Assistant

Exclusive Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Exclusive Education is helping a secondary school in Bolton recruit a motivated HLTA to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role is full-time, term-time only, with September 2026 start on a temporary to permanent basis.

You will deliver targeted interventions, run small group or 1:1 sessions, and help create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment under the guidance of teaching staff. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 3 TA qualification.
• Experience in a school environment.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teaching staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver targeted interventions and lead small group or one-to-one sessions.
• Support students with a range of learning needs, helping them to build confidence, engagement, and independence.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every student can succeed.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Education

HLTA status / Level 3 TA

Job description

Overview

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester

Contract: Full-time, term-time only

Start Date: September 2026 on a temporary to permanent basis

Are you an enthusiastic HLTA or a Level 3 TA looking to make a positive impact in a secondary school setting?

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Bolton, helping students to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

The Role

• Work closely with teaching staff to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver targeted interventions and lead small group or one-to-one sessions
• Support students with a range of learning needs, helping them to build confidence, engagement, and independence
• Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every student can succeed

About You

• Hold HLTA status or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Have previous experience working within a school environment
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
• Be confident adapting support strategies to meet the needs of individual learners
• Be passionate about helping young people achieve their academic and personal goals

What’s on Offer

• A supportive and inclusive secondary school environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment team

If you are an inspiring HLTA looking for your next challenge in a secondary school in Bolton, we'd love to hear from you. Apply below to take the next step in your education career.