Outreach Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Lancaster, Lancashire is seeking an Outreach HLTA to deliver targeted 1:1 interventions across core subjects and SEMH in alternative provision settings, starting ASAP. Full-time, term-time hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM.

You will travel across the Lancaster locality, with strong behaviour management and communication skills. A valid Enhanced DBS and driving licence are preferred.

Qualifications

• HLTA status (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience delivering 1:1 interventions or targeted support, ideally in AP/outreach/SEND.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills for vulnerable learners.
• Valid Enhanced DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain).
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport for Lancaster travel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 intervention programmes focusing on Literacy/Numeracy or SEMH within alternative provision bases.
• Work across alternative settings, community hubs, or outreach learning spaces in the Lancaster district.
• Adapt materials to individual learning needs and track student progress.
• Record and report progress to senior leadership and external agencies.
• Build mentoring relationships to re-engage students in education and development.

Skills

HLTA status

1:1 interventions

Behaviour management

DBS certificate

Driving licence

Job description

Outreach Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire

Start Date: Immediate (ASAP)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Term Time Only)

Salary/Pay Rate: 15.31 - 21.55 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke 1:1 intervention programmes focusing on core subjects (Literacy/Numeracy) or social-emotional learning (SEMH) within alternative provision bases.
• Work flexibly across various alternative settings, community hubs, or designated outreach learning spaces within the Lancaster district.
• Adapt teaching and intervention materials to suit individual student learning styles and developmental needs.
• Track, record, and report student progress closely to senior leadership and external educational agencies.
• Build positive, mentoring relationships with disengaged students to re-engage them in their education and personal development.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold an official HLTA status (or equivalent relevant professional qualification).
• Proven experience delivering 1:1 interventions or targeted support, ideally within an alternative provision, outreach, or SEND context.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills tailored to vulnerable learners.
• A valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS certificate registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain one quickly).
• Full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport for travel across the Lancaster locality is preferred.