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Aspire People
HLTA & Cover Supervisor
Blackburn, Lancashire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 14 hours ago
- Salary
- £100 - 120 - Day
- Recruiter
- Aspire People
- Closes
- 18 Nov 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our vibrant secondary school in Blackburn. This is a varied and rewarding position, offering the chance to work across a range of subjects and year groups.
The role is split between providing high-quality classroom support as a Teaching Assistant and stepping in as a Cover Supervisor to deliver pre-prepared lessons during staff absence. This flexibility makes it perfect for someone who enjoys variety and has a passion for supporting young people to achieve their best.
Key Responsibilities:
Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects and age groups.
Deliver planned lessons to classes in the absence of the class teacher.
Manage classroom behaviour effectively to ensure a positive learning environment.
Work closely with teaching staff to support student progress and wellbeing.
Contribute to the wider life of the school community.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Holds HLTA status (or equivalent experience).
Has experience working with secondary-aged students.
Can confidently lead a class and follow set lesson plans.
Is flexible, organised, and able to adapt quickly to different situations.
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What We Offer:
A welcoming and supportive school environment.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
A role that makes a genuine difference to students' education and lives.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter to [insert contact email/website link here].
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Ad ID: 5417172406
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