Higher Level Teacher Assistant (HLTA)

St Benedict's Catholic College; Colchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Colchester is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support students through tailored interventions in English, Maths, and Social Communication. You will implement personalised strategies to meet individual learning needs, customise learning resources, and assist in lesson planning. The ideal candidate requires a GCSE qualification in English and Maths, commitment to safeguarding, and willingness to achieve HLTA qualification. Competitive salary band and flexible working hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a GCSE qualification grade C/level 5 or above in English and Maths.
• Willingness to achieve HLTA qualification within 12 months.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Implement personalised strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Customise digital and physical learning resources.
• Assist in lesson planning and delivery.

Skills

IT literacy

Personalised learning strategies

Collaboration

Education

GCSE in English and Maths (grade C/level 5 or above)

HLTA/L4 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We are seeking a dynamic and highly IT-literate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support students through tailored interventions in English, Maths, and Social Communication at St Benedicts College.

Responsibilities

• Implement personalised strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Customise digital and physical learning resources.
• Assist in lesson planning and delivery.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and safeguarding team.

Qualifications

• GCSE qualification grade C/level 5 or above in English and Maths.
• Holding, or willingness to achieve, the HLTA/L4 Teaching Assistant qualification within 12 months.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of young people.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check required.

Hours and Pay

• 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday (term time plus five staff training days for a total of 39 weeks).
• Standard working hours 08:55 am to 03:30 pm, with one afternoon extended to 04:00 pm.
• Pay band Scale 5 (SCP 9 to 12): £27,254 to £28,598.
• Actual inclusive salary: £17,681.66 to £18,553.61 (under 5 years service) or £17,919 to £18,802.65 (over 5 years service).

Application Process

To apply, download the college application form via the Apply button on our website and send the completed form to Mrs Catherine Simonelli, HR Administrator, at [e-mail]. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Monday, 19th January 2026.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 28th January 2026.

Start date: As soon as possible.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a significant number of applications and may hold interviews prior to the advertised closing date. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.