Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Wirral, Merseyside

Job Description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) opportunities are available in Wirral, Merseyside, within a supportive, pupil-centred school environment.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll help raise attainment, build confidence, and promote inclusion through purposeful learning support and strong relationships.

Key Responsibilities
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) based in Wirral, your daily duties will include:

• Delivering engaging 1:1 and small-group interventions aligned to learning targets
• Providing planned and short-notice class cover, maintaining clear routines and expectations
• Adapting activities and resources to support a range of abilities, including SEND needs
• Monitoring pupil progress and sharing clear feedback to inform next steps in learning
• Promoting independence, participation, and positive behaviour for learning throughout the school day
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to maintain a consistent approach to pupil wellbeing
• Following safeguarding procedures and contributing to a safe, supportive setting

Requirements & Qualifications
To be successful as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you will need:

• HLTA Status (or equivalent experience demonstrating advanced classroom support and leading learning)
• Recent experience supporting children within a school/education setting (including interventions and/or cover)
• Enhanced DBS Check and Right to Work in the UK (safeguarding-first approach)

Benefits & Work Environment

• Ongoing training and CPD to strengthen your classroom practice and confidence
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on inclusion, consistency, and pupil wellbeing

If you are a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for an exciting new role in Wirral, apply today!

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