Location: Essex
Start Date: April 2026
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Looking to progress your support career as an HLTA in a supportive Essex primary school?

A nurturing and well-organised primary school in Essex is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team from April 2026.

Role Overview

This school is known for:
• strong pupil progress,
• clear behaviour expectations, and
• a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will support teaching and learning across the school, delivering interventions and providing classroom cover where required.

The School

Support staff are integral to the school’s success and work closely with teaching staff.

Pupils benefit from:
• targeted academic support,
• structured interventions,
• a calm learning environment, and
• strong pastoral care.

Staff value the school’s inclusive culture and supportive leadership.

Benefits typically include:

• Training and CPD opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to lead lessons
• Positive staff culture
• Term-time working

HLTA – Experience and Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Confidence delivering whole-class lessons
• Excellent communication skills
• The legal right to work in the UK

Application

If you are an HLTA seeking a fulfilling role in Essex, please submit your CV at your earliest opportunity.