HLTA

Shorefields; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support education in a dynamic environment. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to engage and motivate children. Candidates should possess GCSEs in English and Maths and ideally hold an HLTA Qualification or NVQ Level 4. This is a full-time position that offers continuous professional development and a warm school atmosphere. Applications are welcome until December 31, 2026.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Supportive work environment

Recognition of continuous service

Qualifications

• Must have completed HLTA Qualification or NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• GCSE grades A-C in both English and Maths are essential.
• Commitment to raising teaching standards is expected.

Responsibilities

• Cover whole classes under direction of the teacher.
• Deliver catch-up and intervention programmes.
• Support identified individuals/groups in class.

Skills

HLTA Qualification or NVQ Level 4

GCSE grades A-C in English

GCSE grades A-C in Maths

Organizational skills

Ability to engage and motivate children

Education

HLTA Qualification or NVQ Level 4 (Desirable, but not essential)

Job description

Holy Cross Primary School is using its own application form, please click the button below to download and view it as Essex School Jobs cannot automatically fill out an application form that has been created by a school. You will need to download the application form before you are able to complete it.

Job Ref No. ECC3605-206 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Band 4 Point 12-20 (Thurrock Scale)

Position Start Date: 01/01/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 31/12/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

Salary – Thurrock Band 4 (Point 12-20 depending on experience)

5 Days a week

30 hours a week, 8.45am-3.15pm 30 minute unpaid break

39 weeks of the year – Term time only + Inset days

Start Date: 1st January 26

CCT are looking to employ a highly motivated and dedicated classroom practitioner with excellent organisational skills and a good rapport with children to be a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).

Responsibilities

• Have already completed the HLTA Qualification or NVQ Level 4 or equivalent (Desirable, but not essential)
• Have GCSE grades A-C in English and Maths
• Understand teaching and learning and be committed to raising standards
• Have a positive attitude
• Have the ability to engage, inspire, motivate and build relationships with children

Main Duties

• To cover whole classes under direction of the teacher
• To deliver catch‑up and intervention programmes
• To support identified individuals/groups in class as required

Benefits

A dynamic and collaborative team of professionals across the academy and Trust, who work in partnership and are committed to creating an ethos of mutual support and sharing practices whilst providing an effective Catholic education for the children in our communities.

Warm and welcoming school environment

Recognition of continuous service

Continuous Professional Development

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School and The Christus Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre‑employment checks. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 31st December 26

Interviews will be held on: TBC

Please ensure you download our application pack and forms. Please email [e-mail] should you require these forms to be emailed to you directly.

A completed application form and all other related documents should be sent by email to: [e-mail]

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Connie Daly
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon
Essex, RM15 5RP
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]