Higher Level Teaching Assistant - closing date 05/01/2026
Ref 198856
No. of Posts 1
Grade Grade 7.
Salary £32,061 to £ 36,363 - £27,822 is the actual starting salary if <5 years service
Term Full-time. Term time
Perm / Temp Permanent
Required From as soon as possible
Hours 37 hours a week.
Closing Date 05/01/2026
Location HILLSIDE SPECIALIST SCHOOL AND COLLEGE
Ribchester Road, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3XB
Tel: 01772 782205
School website: www.hillside.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
We are looking to appoint a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to support the team of Teachers at our amazing school.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the teacher in the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of the effectiveness of the curriculum for pupils and to adapt curriculum content according to the needs of pupils.
The HLTA will cover class Teachers for PPA, ECT time, Management time and to plan and deliver challenging lessons. To advise and support staff in specialist areas within the within the school, co-ordinate, and have development and Line Management responsibility for Teaching Assistants. You will also be required to monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and establish supportive and constructive relationships with pupils, parents and carers.
You will be joining a team of 4 HLTA’s who share responsibility for Thrive, overseeing TA’s embarking on NVQs, Forest Schools, Sensory Integration, SALT support, 1:1 and small group intervention, therefore, experience in any of these areas will strengthen your application.
We look for highly energetic and motivated staff who embrace challenge as we believe in the uniqueness of every student and offer a personalised approach to teaching. Presently, the position also has the benefit of membership of the School's Education Mutual health and wellbeing services.
In this school, the welfare of the child is paramount. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Further information about our school and prospective employees can be found on our school website.
Essential Qualifications Relevant NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent
Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Desirable Qualification HLTA status
Essential Experience Experience of working with children
Experience of working in a classroom environment
Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
Desirable Experience Staff management experience
Experience of Administrative work
For an informal discussion please contact 01772 782205
Return completed application forms to c.griffin@hillside.lancs.sch.uk
Proposed Interview Date TBA