Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Woodford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistants for roles in Bristol secondary schools. This position involves working closely with teachers to support students with various challenges through tailored learning activities. Ideal candidates should have TA qualifications and experience in a school environment, alongside strong communication skills. Opportunities for both full time and part time work are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Right to work in the UK is necessary.
• Enhanced DBS check and professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching, learning, and assessment in inclusion teams.
• Deliver tailored learning activities and assist with planning.
• Encourage student engagement and lead interventions.

Skills

Experience supporting young people

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2/3 or 4 TA qualification (or equivalent)

TA Foundation Degree

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Bristol Secondary Schools - October 2025

Full time + Part time availability

Daily Pay: 95 - 115

Tradewind are seeking committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join Inclusion teams within secondary schools in Bristol. This is a great opportunity to support students with learning, behavioural, communication, social, sensory, or physical challenges.

The role involves working closely with teachers to support teaching, learning, and assessment. You will deliver tailored learning activities, assist with planning and monitoring, encourage student engagement, lead interventions, and contribute to curriculum development.

Have you got any of the following:

• Experience supporting young people, ideally in a school
• Level 2/3 or 4 TA qualification (or equivalent); a TA Foundation Degree

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable), and professional reference checks
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history

If you're passionate about making a difference in students' lives and want to be part of a supportive and inclusive school community in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply: To apply, simply click the “Apply Now” button below or get in touch with Tom Townley via email at (url removed) or by phone at (phone number removed) for more information.