Inspiring HLTA for Complex Needs & Learning Growth

The Aspire Federation; Hindley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aspire Federation in Hindley, Wigan area is seeking dynamic Higher-Level Teaching Assistants to join Oakfield High School, Landgate School & Aspire College. You will work 35 hours per week, term time plus 1 week, providing HLTA-qualified support for learners with complex needs across federation sites.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 4 Teaching Assistant/HLTA or equivalent, with commitment to pursuing HLTA if not yet qualified within 12 months.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 Teaching Assistant/HLTA qualification or equivalent, HLTA within 12 months.
• Flexibility, resilience and creativity in approach to learning.
• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, parents and professionals.
• Outstanding classroom practice with structured, motivating activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured activities that interest and motivate learners.
• Support learners with complex needs, showing emotional resilience and adaptability.
• Contribute to creating a positive learning environment across sites.
• Engage with safeguarding procedures and DBS checks as required.

Skills

Flexibility

Resilience

Creativity

Building positive relationships

Outstanding classroom practice

Education

NVQ Level 4 Teaching Assistant/HLTA

Job description

The Aspire Federation in Hindley, Wigan area is seeking dynamic Higher-Level Teaching Assistants to join Oakfield High School, Landgate School & Aspire College. You will work 35 hours per week, term time plus 1 week, providing HLTA-qualified support for learners with complex needs across federation sites.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 4 Teaching Assistant/HLTA or equivalent, with commitment to pursuing HLTA if not yet qualified within 12 months.