Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Tradewind Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work in Bristol schools. As a HLTA, you will support teaching across primary year groups, contribute to assessments, and manage small group sessions. The role requires an HLTA qualification and experience in primary education. This position offers a competitive pay rate of £100-£130 per day and promotes ongoing professional development. Join a supportive environment focused on inclusion and wellbeing.

Benefits

Free access to CPD courses

Flexible working options

Focus on wellbeing and inclusion

Qualifications

• HLTA Qualification (Level 4 or Equivalent) is essential.
• Experience in primary schools supporting teaching and learning is essential.
• Must have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across KS1 and/or KS2.
• Lead small group interventions and booster sessions.
• Contribute to assessment and planning with teaching staff.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting teaching and learning in primary schools

Ability to create a positive learning environment

Education

HLTA Qualification (Level 4 or Equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Start date: January 2026

Location: Bristol

Pay rate: £100-£130 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a qualified HLTA ready to make a real impact in the classroom?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join in supporting schools in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality support across a range of subjects and year groups.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across KS1 and/or KS2
• Lead small group interventions and booster sessions
• Contribute to assessment and planning with teaching staff
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Qualifications and requirements

• HLTA Qualification (Level 4 or Equivalent) Essential
• Experience supporting teaching and learning in primary schools
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

• Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters: we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts, and permanent positions all available, all local to you
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Click 'Apply now' and attach your CV to be considered for this great position as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) through Tradewind. Or for more information about the role, contact Chelsea White on (phone number removed)