HLTA - Leyland

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic HLTA for a long-term role in the PR25 area starting September 2026. The position supports class teachers by delivering planned lessons, supporting learning across year groups, and raising attainment for pupils with varying needs.

The role is ideal for experienced HLTAs or those pursuing Early Career Teacher development. You will join a supportive school community with ongoing professional development, competitive rates, and a pathway to extended

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a primary school setting.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support teaching and learning across a range of year groups.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to raise attainment.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and create an engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs to achieve their full potential.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - PR25 Area

Location: PR25
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-Term Position
Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive school in the PR25 area from September.

This long-term opportunity is ideal for an experienced HLTA looking for their next challenge. It is also an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) who would like to gain additional classroom experience, develop their teaching skills, and build confidence before securing a permanent teaching position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher
• Support teaching and learning across a range of year groups
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to raise attainment
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment activities
• Promote positive behaviour and create an engaging learning environment
• Support pupils with varying learning needs to achieve their full potential

Requirements:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Strong behaviour management and classroom leadership skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer:

• Long-term role with the potential for extension
• Supportive school leadership and staff team
• Valuable experience for aspiring and Early Career Teachers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing professional development opportunities