TeacherActive
HLTA
HLTA at TeacherActive, based in Merseyside, paying £25,000 - £29,999 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £25,000 - £29,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Merseyside
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
About 15% above the going rate for teaching assistant
Reference 5419241371
About the role
Job Title: HLTA Location: Childwall, Liverpool (L16) Start Date: November 2026 Salary: GBP110–GBP180 per day Contract: Permanent Are you a passionate and experienced HLTA who thrives on making a real difference to the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the confidence, resilience and creativity to support pupils with challenging behaviour and inspire them to rediscover their love of learning? Are you ready for a rewarding permanent opportunity where every breakthrough, no matter how small, can have a life–changing impact on a young person's future? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEMH provision based in Childwall, Liverpool (L16), who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist educational setting where building positive relationships, celebrating individual achievements and helping young people overcome barriers to education are central to supporting their development. The school is looking to appoint a confident and motivated HLTA on a permanent basis from November 2026, supporting pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. The successful HLTA will work closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging small–group interventions, provide tailored 1:1 support and confidently lead planned lessons when required, using positive behaviour management strategies to create a structured, supportive and inspiring learning environment. The successful HLTA will have: A recognised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification or equivalent relevant experience Experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour Experience delivering targeted small–group interventions and supporting pupils with additional learning needs Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies The confidence to lead planned lessons, manage classroom activities and adapt learning to meet individual pupil needs A patient, resilient and enthusiastic approach, with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed In return for the above you can expect to receive: The opportunity to secure a permanent position within a specialist SEMH provision A rewarding role supporting young people to overcome barriers to education and develop essential life skills The opportunity to develop your skills in behaviour management, classroom delivery and targeted interventions The chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on pupils' educational, social and emotional development If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic HLTA looking for your next exciting opportunity in Childwall, Liverpool, and want to play a vital role in helping young people build confidence, overcome challenges and achieve their potential, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity! EMAIL: (url removed) CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.
Reference: 5419241371 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 26 Nov 2026 · Listed via TeacherActive
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