HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Tradewind Recruitment; Rochford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a primary school in the Colchester area, UK. This role involves supporting teaching and taking initiative in the classroom. Candidates should have HLTA status or strong TA experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a supportive environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Unrivalled CPD opportunities

Dedicated support for interviews and lesson planning

Referral bonus for recommending friends

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant teaching assistant experience required.
• Must have excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Ready to lead learning and support young learners.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching, lead groups, and cover whole-class learning.
• Work collaboratively with a professional staff team.
• Make a genuine impact in the school community.

Skills

HLTA status or strong TA experience

Excellent communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Organised and proactive

Team player

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment, a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, is dedicated to putting our candidates and employees first.

LTA - Primary School (Colchester Area)

Start: ASAP or early 2026

Hours: Full-time preferred, part-time considered

A thriving primary school in the Colchester area is looking for a confident, skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. If you're ready for a role where you can step up, take initiative, and make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit.

As an HLTA, you'll play a key role across the school - supporting teaching, leading groups, and confidently covering whole-class learning when needed. You'll be joining a staff team that values professionalism, collaboration, and positivity.

What the school offers:

• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team
• Friendly pupils who respond well to structure and encouragement
• A welcoming staff culture focused on teamwork
• Easily accessible by road and public transport

What they're looking for:

• HLTA status or strong TA experience with the confidence to lead learning
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Someone organised, proactive, and ready to get involved
• A team player committed to supporting young learners

This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career and make a genuine difference in a positive, thriving school community.

Why registered with Tradewind?

• Unrivalled CPD: We offer more certified CPD courses than any other education agency.
• Dedicated Support: Interview coaching, lesson-planning assistance, and career guidance.
• Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for recommending friends

Whether you're experienced or looking to build your SEN skills in a thriving school setting, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Apply today or contact Gary at Tradewind Recruitment, Essex, to learn more and take the next step in your education career.