HLTA - English Background

Tradewind Recruitment; Desborough; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term opportunities

Potential permanent role

Dedicated consultant

School access in Kettering

Free CPD

National College access

Career development

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an English HLTA to join a secondary school in Kettering. The role focuses on English Language and Literature across KS3–KS4, delivering planned activities, supporting reading, writing and GCSE preparation, and raising student confidence.

The successful candidate will work with the English department, provide targeted interventions, manage groups, and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment while adhering to safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• HLTA experience or equivalent, with strong English subject knowledge.
• Experience supporting KS3 and KS4 and GCSE preparation.
• Ability to deliver planned activities and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of English lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Deliver planned activities to groups and classes as required.
• Provide targeted interventions to improve reading, writing and literacy.
• Help students develop reading comprehension, spelling and grammar.
• Support GCSE English Language and Literature preparation.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Create an engaging, inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding policies and maintain high expectations.

Skills

English language

Reading & writing

Communication

Classroom management

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

English Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Contract: Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity

Salary: Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Are You Passionate About English and Supporting Secondary School Students?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting a confident, enthusiastic and dedicated English Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a secondary school in Kettering.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA, English specialist or skilled Teaching Assistant who is looking to take on additional responsibility while making a positive difference to students' learning.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of English Language and Literature who can support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them develop their reading, writing, communication and analytical skills.

The successful candidate will work closely with the English department, providing targeted interventions, supporting classroom learning and delivering planned lessons or activities to individuals, small groups and, where appropriate, whole classes under the direction of teaching staff.

Whether you're an experienced HLTA or a Teaching Assistant with strong English subject knowledge looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!

The Role

As an English HLTA, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Delivering planned learning activities to small groups and whole classes when required.
• Providing targeted interventions to students who need additional support with English.
• Helping students develop their reading comprehension, literacy, spelling, grammar and written communication.
• Supporting students with GCSE English Language and Literature preparation.
• Working with students of varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Adapting learning resources and activities to meet individual student needs.
• Encouraging students to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Supporting positive classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Working collaboratively with English teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.
• Helping to create an engaging, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Following school safeguarding policies and procedures.

What Are We Looking For?

We are keen to hear from candidates who:

• Have previous experience working as an HLTA, Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational support role.
• Have strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature.
• Are confident supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Have experience delivering small-group interventions or leading planned learning activities.
• Can support students with literacy, reading, writing and GCSE preparation.
• Have excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Are confident working independently and taking responsibility for groups of students.
• Can adapt their approach to support different abilities and learning needs.
• Are patient, organised, enthusiastic and reliable.
• Have a genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

An HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience would be advantageous.

We would also welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants with strong English subject knowledge, graduates with relevant school experience and individuals looking to progress within secondary education.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting young people academically but is also looking for the opportunity to take on greater responsibility within the classroom.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with an English department, support students preparing for important examinations and help young people develop skills that will benefit them throughout their education.

It is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about English and wants to make a genuine difference to students' confidence and achievement.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

When you work with Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, dependent on experience.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities.
• Potential opportunities for permanent employment.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant providing ongoing support.
• Access to secondary schools across Kettering and the surrounding areas.
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Free access to The National College after your first day worked.
• Opportunities to develop your career within education.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant employment checks.