Higher Level Teaching Assistant

The Byrchall High School, Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 9PQ

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  15 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: G5 - £20,611 to £22,698

What skills and experience we're looking for

2. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will work across the school to support pupils in meeting their full academic potential by proactively engaging with pupils.

Responsibilities and Key Duties

• Provide learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupils
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment as agreed with the teacher.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems appropriately.
• To undertake a professional interest in an agreed area of SEND work and support the SENDCo as directed.
• Take a leading role in transition both in key stage 2/3 and 4/5 working with the transition teams
• Manage the completion of IEP’s for students/Annual Reviews

• Support with Access Arrangements and testing
• Support with TA timetabling of in-class support and interventions
• First point of contact for students and families
• Termly reviews of IEP’S ensuring all information is correct and shared with staff in collaboration with families
• Identification and referrals of interventions for students
• Maintain student chronologies
• Plan and deliver interventions ensuring that accurate record of attendance and progress reports are complete
• Leading Interventions with small groups
• Year Group SEN link
• Area of Need Champion

Teaching Assistants in this role may also undertake some or all of the following:

• Establish and maintain relationships with families, carers and other adults e.g. speech therapists.
• Provide short term cover supervision of classes.
• Supervise the work of other support staff/trainees.
• Be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources.
• Invigilate exams and tests.
• Escort and supervise pupils on educational and out of school activities.
• Guide and support pupils in their personal, emotional and social development.
• Prepare and present displays.
• Supervise individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including supervision in the classroom, playground and dining areas.
• Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
• Be involved in planning, organising and implementing individual development plans for pupils (such as individual educational plans) including attendance at, and contribution to, reviews.
• Work with pupils not working to the normal timetable.

3. OTHER SPECIFIC DUTIES

• To carry out the duties in the most effective, efficient and economic manner available.
• To continue personal development in the relevant area.
• To participate in the staff review and development appraisal process.

4. HEALTH AND SAFETY

• To undertake Health and Safety Training on areas within the designated work area
• To participate in first aid training and provide first aid support as and when required.

5. PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Work co-operatively with, and in support of all staff in school (including the work of other team members) by undertaking such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the post and level of responsibility.
• Be proactive and organised taking responsibility for completion of own workload.
• Review and develop own professional practice, undertaking training as required.
• Develop good working relations with other colleagues and promote a positive impression of the support services in all circumstances, identifying areas for improvement.
• Help foster a positive culture by upholding the vision and aims of the school.
• Have due regard for data protection, confidentiality, child protection and health and safety policies.
• Work with pupils and staff in courteous, caring and responsible manner.
• Work with visitors in such a way that it enhances the reputation of the school.
• Support the school in helping to prepare for external inspections (i.e. OFSTED)
• Help protect the school environment by making sure working areas (including shared areas, stockrooms and workstations) are tidy, clutter free and safe to use.
• As a user of the school’s network, comply with the school’s IT policy and social media policy and understand that the school may monitor your emails and internet activity.

6. SCHOOL ETHOS

• Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos and encouraging staff and students to follow this example.
• Support the school in meeting its legal requirements for worship.
• Promote actively the school’s corporate policies.
• Comply with the school’s health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate.

What the school offers its staff

WHY WORK AT BYRCHALL HIGH SCHOOL?

Working at Byrchall High School offers several compelling benefits and opportunities:

Modern Facilities

New Building: The school recently moved into a brand new, state-of-the-art building, providing a modern and well-equipped environment for both teaching and learning.

Supportive Community

Collaborative Environment: Byrchall High School fosters a supportive and collaborative atmosphere among staff, encouraging professional growth and teamwork.

Professional Development: The school is committed to the continuous professional development of its staff, offering various training and career advancement opportunities.

Student-Centred Approach

High Standards: The school emphasises high standards of attainment and behaviour, creating a positive and focused learning environment.

Diverse Curriculum: Alongside core subjects, the school offers a wide range of courses, including Music, Drama, Food, Business, Graphics, Art, Product Design, Spanish, French, and Engineering

Extracurricular Opportunities

Rich Extracurricular Program: Staff have the chance to engage with students beyond the classroom through various clubs, sports, and activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience

Community Engagement

Local Impact: Being part of the Wigan community, the school actively engages with local organisations and initiatives, providing staff with opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the community

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

HLTA June 2026.pdf - 640 KB (opens in new tab)

Privacy Notice for Job Applicants 2025.pdf - 187 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Byrchall High School

• School type: Academies, None, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1075 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Byrchall High School website
• Email address: delkin@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01942 728221
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-byrchall-high-school

Formerly the Ashton Grammar School, Byrchall High School is now an 11-16 co-educational Comprehensive School of 1000 students. The school takes its name from Robert Byrchall, the original founder of the school in 1588.

The school is governed by the Makerfield Academy Trust, which is a charitable company. The members of the Trust agree its visions and values. The Board of Directors set the strategic direction of the organisation, ensure the vision and values are upheld and ensure financial probity. The school has a Local Governing Body who oversees the leadership and management of the school.

The current Byrchall High School is a modern, forward looking establishment. We aim to be at the forefront of teaching and learning developments and are highly committed to CPD. Our emphasis on learning and achievement is allied to a strong moral and ethical dimension that reflects our founding principles.

The school was judged as ‘Good’ in all areas by OFSTED in September 2022. They noted that the school has high expectations of what pupils should achieve, and it has a clear and ambitious strategy for school improvement. It said the pupils behave well around the site and that they have positive attitudes to their education.

Byrchall High School has a truly comprehensive intake, ranging from students who will go on to study at top universities to those who require additional support. All students are valued equally. Byrchall High School has a strong academic record. In 2022, 75% of students achieved grade 4-9 passes in both English and maths. Across all subjects Attainment 8 was 49.62. Both these figures are well above the Wigan and national averages.

Our students participate and achieve in a wide range of academic competitions including Debating and Public Speaking, the UK Maths Challenge, The Big Book Quiz, Engineering and Stem Challenges.

The school is situated on a very pleasant site on the outskirts of the small town of Ashton-in-Makerfield in the Wigan Local Authority. The school is opposite Haydock Park Race Course and very close to the junction of the A580 and the M6 motorway; it is, therefore, easily accessible from any number of directions and within easy reach of Manchester and Liverpool.
The school is having a substantial new build programme, which is scheduled to open in September 2024. This includes new sports facilities, drama studios, classrooms, dining facilities, Learning Resource Centre, Administration offices, SEN suite and specialist teaching rooms for Science, ICT, Product Design, Food, Art and Music

Arranging a visit to The Byrchall High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email delkin@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk.

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