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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Tendring
September 2026 | Full-Time

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first.

A welcoming and supportive school in the Tendring area is looking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a setting where every day is varied, rewarding, and focused on making a real difference to young learners.

This role is particularly well suited to an aspiring teacher who is keen to gain hands-on classroom leadership experience, develop confidence delivering learning, and build strong foundations for future progression in education.

You will play an important role in supporting learning, leading activities, and helping pupils thrive in a positive and engaging environment.

Key responsibilities:

Lead learning activities and deliver planned sessions when required
Support teaching and learning across the school
Work with small groups and individual learners to support progress
Assist with preparation, planning, and classroom organisation
Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and a love of learningThe school offers:

A friendly, supportive, and collaborative staff team
An excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain experience
Engaged and enthusiastic learners
Strong leadership with a focus on development and wellbeing
Ongoing training and professional growth opportunitiesWhether you are an experienced HLTA or an aspiring teacher ready to take the next step, this role offers the perfect balance of responsibility, support, and progression.

Start Date: September 2026
Location: Tendring
Contract: Full-Time

For further information or to apply, please get in touch today.

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As an award winning employer, we are committed to putting candidates & staff first.

We've partnered with The National College, an award-winning online CPD platform, to offer you a complimentary subscription to over 2,500 courses, webinars, and resources, helping you stay up-to-date with the latest statutory guidance, enhance your knowledge, and keep ahead of developments in pedagogy. Whether you're a teacher, support staff member, or school leader, The National College allows you to pursue professional development at your own pace and on your own schedule.

We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates.

Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request).

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