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Job Title: HLTA
Location: Childwall, Liverpool (L16)
Start Date: November 2026
Salary: £110-£180 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: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0151 675 0888
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.
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