Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
📍 Wigan
📅 Start Date: September 2026
⏰ Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Supply
💷 Salary: Competitive Daily Rate
Simply Education is working in partnership with a specialist education setting in Wigan to recruit an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time, long-term supply role starting in September.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive school environment, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including SEND, SEMH, ASD, and communication difficulties. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, delivering interventions, and helping pupils overcome barriers to education.
The Role
Deliver learning activities and interventions to individuals and small groups
Support pupils with SEND, SEMH, and additional learning needs
Assist teachers with lesson delivery, planning, and classroom management
Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development
Help implement EHCP targets and individual support plans
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and attendance
Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate
Holds a recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
Has experience working within a school or specialist education setting
Experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a wider school team
A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
Sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Why Apply?
Full-time long-term supply role
Supportive leadership team and welcoming staff
Opportunity to make a real difference to young people's lives
Access to CPD and training opportunities
Dedicated support from your Simply Education consultant
About Simply Education
Simply Education has been supporting schools and education professionals across the UK for nearly 20 years. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with schools and candidates, ensuring the right fit and providing outstanding support throughout the recruitment process.
If you are an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity in Wigan, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact the Simply Education Manchester team on (phone number removed) or email your CV directly to .
Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references