HLTA. Job in Watford Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic primary school in Watford is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support education from September 2025. The position offers the opportunity to deliver lessons across Key Stages 1 and 2 and work collaboratively with teachers in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Positive and nurturing school environment

Professional development opportunities

Access to staff healthcare

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths required.
• Experience with primary-aged children preferred.
• Ability to manage classroom and follow lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons during teacher release time and short-term staff absences.
• Support teaching and learning alongside classroom teachers.
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE in English

GCSE in Maths

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Watford, Hertfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full-Time or Part-Time options Available
Salary: 26,409 - 33,366 per annum (FTE)
Start Date: September 2025

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with a supportive and welcoming primary school in Watford that is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September 2025.

About the Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and considering a future in teaching. The successful candidate will be working across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering lessons during teacher release time for planning, preparation and assessment, as well as during short-term staff absences.

Lesson plans will be provided, and you will be responsible for delivering the content, marking the work, and feeding back to the class teacher. When not covering lessons, you'll support teaching and learning by working alongside teachers in the classroom and providing targeted support to individuals and small groups.

Whether you have a passion for Art, Music, Design & Technology, Science, Computing, or enjoy teaching a broad range of subjects, this role offers excellent variety and scope.

Working Hours:

• From 33.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• School hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, plus one hour per week for staff meetings
• Attendance at five INSET days is also required

Requirements:

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• High standard of spoken and written English
• Experience working with primary-aged children in a classroom setting is desirable
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively and follow prepared plans

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Kind, empathetic and motivated to make a difference in children's lives
• Flexible, adaptable and able to manage changes in the timetable
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• Passionate about education and committed to high standards
• Organised, reliable, and enthusiastic about learning

What Our Client Offers:

• A positive and nurturing school environment where children are at the heart of everything
• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Ongoing investment in your CPD
• Access to staff healthcare through SAS

This is a 1 year, fixed term teaching position which could become permanent with both full-time and part-time options available. If you're ready to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to find out more and arrange a visit to our client school.

To find out more or to apply, please contact Carlo Randazzo at:
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