Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference HLTASTAND_1794238355
Closing date December 10, 2026
Location Wigan, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - SEND / Specialist Provision

Location: Standish, WiganHours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:45pmContract: Temporary - ASAP start until Christmas, with the possibility of extension or a permanent position

We are recruiting an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist education setting in the Standish area of Wigan.

This is a rewarding but challenging opportunity to support a young person with complex SEND needs within a highly personalised learning environment. The initial contract will run until Christmas, with the possibility of an extension or the role becoming permanent for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will work on a 2:1 support basis with a student requiring a high level of support, helping to provide a safe, structured and consistent environment where they can engage with learning and develop both academically and personally.

The Role

  • Providing dedicated 2:1 support to a student with complex SEND needs.

  • Supporting the delivery of personalised learning activities and educational programmes.

  • Helping to manage challenging behaviour and support emotional regulation.

  • Implementing individual support strategies and maintaining a consistent approach.

  • Creating a positive, structured and engaging learning environment.

  • Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support the student's development and wellbeing.

  • Following safeguarding, behaviour management and risk assessment procedures at all times.

    • The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience working within an SEN or specialist education setting.

  • Extensive experience supporting children or young people with complex SEND needs.

  • Confident managing challenging behaviour and high-risk situations.

  • Experience with de-escalation and positive behaviour support strategies.

  • A calm, patient and resilient approach.

  • HLTA qualification or significant relevant experience in a senior TA capacity.

  • A strong understanding of safeguarding and individual risk assessments.

    • Why Apply?

  • Immediate start available.

  • Consistent Monday-Friday working hours.

  • Opportunity to work within a specialist therapeutic education environment.

  • Potential for the contract to be extended or made permanent.

  • A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a young person's education and development.

    • If you have strong SEND experience and are confident supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour, we would love to hear from you.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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