Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Secondary School
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (September 2025 - July 2026)
Salary: Competitive - Dependent on Experience
Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming secondary school in the Bury area. This full-time position will run from September 2025 until the end of the 2025/2026 academic year, with a strong possibility of leading to a school-based contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4

Deliver pre-prepared lessons to whole classes in the absence of a teacher

Provide targeted intervention and small-group support

Assist with planning and assessment under teacher guidance

Support behaviour management and classroom routines

Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment

Essential Requirements:

HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience

Proven experience working in UK secondary schools

Confident leading classes and supporting pupils of varying abilities

Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills

Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and independently when required

Full-time availability from September 2025

Desirable:

Experience supporting pupils with SEND or EAL

Willingness to take on additional responsibilities where appropriate

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled HLTA to make a real difference in a vibrant secondary school, with the potential for long-term career development.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter detailing your relevant experience to [insert contact details].

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references