HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA)

Location

Dalton St Michael's Church Of England Primary School, Higher Lane, Dalton, Wigan, WN8 7RP (64 on roll)

Tel: 01257 462082
School website: www.dalton-stmichaels.co.uk

Summary

Dalton St. Michael's are seeking to appoint a full-time HLTA from 1st November 2026. Hours of work will be 8.30am - 3.30pm (until 5pm on staff meeting days. These are usually Thursday). This role is up until 31st August 2027 due to funding.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is approachable, reliable and a team player. Our team go the extra mile and so we are looking for somebody with that same mindset. We can offer pupils who are enthusiastic and demonstrate excellent behaviour. The role will involve covering PPA during some afternoon sessions and working with the Infant class teacher to plan and implement effective continuous provision for Reception to Year 2 children. PPA time will be given to the successful candidate to facilitate this work.

Our Christian Vision is 'Belong, believe, achieve' and this is at the heart of everything that we do in school: Belong - The successful candidate will ensure that all children feel like they belong in school Believe - The successful candidate will help to build a child's Christian belief. Achieve - The successful candidate will endeavour to enable all children to achieve their potential.

Visits to the school are warmly accepted. The Headteacher will conduct visits on: 9th September at 4pm, 10th September at 1pm and 4pm. Please contact the school office on 01257 462082 to arrange a viewing. 

As a safer recruiter, an enhanced DBS check will be conducted on the successful candidate.

The salary quoted is full term equivalent, if successful the salary received will be on a pro-rata basis. The closing date is 21st September at 12 noon The interview date is W/C 28th September 2026.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Qualifications

HLTA Qualification

Desirable Qualifications

First Aid Certificate

Essential Experience

Plan, teach and assess learning opportunities effectively, in line with a school’s curriculum 

Maintain a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment, that fosters enjoyment of learning 

Adhere to school policy and procedures

Be flexible in their approach, dependent on school’s needs 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mr Iain Atkins (Headteacher)

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.