Teaching Assistant (TA) / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Salary

Teaching Assistant (TA): Scale 5 Salary range: £22,878.20 – £26,959.14 per annum (actual salary) Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): Scale 6-SO1 Salary range: £27,546.97 – £29090.02 per annum (actual salary)

Package

37 hours per week, Term Time Only (39 weeks per year) + 5 plus days

Teaching Assistant (TA) / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Two Full-Time Permanent Vacancies (37 Hours per Week) assisting/supporting BTEC Level 1 Sports programme and BTEC E3 Vocational Studies & L1 Hospitality programme

Location: Project Challenge @ Orange Box, Halifax Town Centre

Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only (39 weeks per year) + 5 plus days

Salary: Teaching Assistant (TA): Scale 5

Salary range: £22,878.20 – £26,959.14 per annum (actual salary)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA): Scale 6-SO1

Salary range: £27,546.97 – £29090.02 per annum (actual salary)

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) + 5 plus days

Pay Scale: Scale 5 – SO1 (Scale Points 12–25), dependent on qualifications and experience.

Applicants appointed as Teaching Assistants will commence on Scale 5.

Applicants who hold a recognised teaching qualification (minimum Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent) and are appointed as Higher Level Teaching Assistants will commence on SO1. Salary progression is dependent on qualifications, experience and the responsibilities of the role.

About Project Challenge

Project Challenge is a small, independent charity delivering alternative education provision from Orange Box in the centre of Halifax. We provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment for young people who require an alternative approach to education, helping them achieve positive academic, personal and social outcomes.

We are seeking to recruit two committed, enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistants/Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team.

About the Roles

These are rewarding and varied roles supporting young people who may present with challenging behaviour and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The ability to build positive relationships, manage challenging behaviour and work with empathy and consistency is essential. Previous experience of working with this client group is highly desirable.

Both posts include an expectation to deliver some teaching sessions. As valued members of our staff team, our TAs/HLTAs play an active role in shaping and developing our provision. We encourage staff to contribute ideas to curriculum development and to bring their own interests, knowledge and skills to enhance students' learning experiences.

Sports BTEC Vacancy

You will primarily support and help deliver our Sports BTEC programme. Applicants with experience or qualifications in sport, coaching, fitness or physical education are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about engaging young people through practical and active learning.

Vocational Studies & Hospitality BTEC Vacancy

You will primarily support and help deliver our Vocational Studies and Hospitality BTEC programme. Applicants with experience or an interest in hospitality, catering, food preparation, vocational learning or employability skills are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Full-time permanent position (37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year - term time only).
• Salary on Scale 5 – SO1 (Scale Points 12–25), dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Fully funded Level 3 Award in Education and Training (where required).
• Pension scheme after three months' service.
• Free breakfast and lunch every working day.
• A supportive, friendly and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to influence curriculum development and make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

How to Apply

Please complete the application form, explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the role and demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria.

Please indicate clearly whether you are applying for:

• Teaching Assistant / HLTA – Sports BTEC
• Teaching Assistant / HLTA – Vocational Studies & Hospitality BTEC
• Or both vacancies

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:

Lorna Butterick

Telephone: 01422 363644 or 07929 837934

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Visits to Project Challenge @ Orange Box are warmly encouraged prior to application.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Friday 28th August 2026

Interviews: W/C 7th September 2026

Project Challenge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks.

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