Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Widnes


Company:	South West Regional Assessment Centre
Salary:	from £31,354 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WA8 6DJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	4 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at our Widnes Centre. The Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality education, learner support and positive outcomes for young adults with SEND.

The postholder will provide tutor and Learning Support Assistant (LSA) cover during periods of sickness, annual leave, vacancies or other absence, deliver targeted learner interventions, support the development of staff through training and mentoring, and work collaboratively with tutors, LSAs and centre leadership to ensure excellent teaching, learning and support across the provision.

The role combines specialist learner support, classroom delivery, staff mentoring and operational flexibility to help maintain continuity of provision and high standards of learner engagement, progress and wellbeing.

At SWRAC, we empower individuals to thrive through practical and relevant educational programs. Our goal is to equip people with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to become resilient, confident, and independent. We aim for them to grow in education, secure employment, or engage in meaningful activities, live healthily, be active and responsible citizens, and ensure their safety.

SWRAC is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices will reflect this dedication. All successful candidates will undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, along with other relevant employment screening. We are also committed to ensuring genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and educational provider.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview outstanding candidates before the application deadline. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

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