Level Teaching Assistant; HLTA

Job . ECCS Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support Pay Range:
Point 9-17

Position

Start Date:

01/09/2026 Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 01/07/2026 Midday Date of Interviews:
Monday 6th July 2026

28.33 hours per week | 44 weeks per year

Date

Required:

Autumn 2026

Closing Date:
Wednesday 1st July 2026

Interviews:
Monday 6th July 2026

Point 9-17 Although pay point progression is not guaranteed, it may be reviewed annually with any increase depending on the school's overall budget position as well as performance.

We are seeking to appoint two outstanding Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our committed and caring team. This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, skilled and highly motivated practitioners who are passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidates will work across a year group, supporting teaching and learning in two classes, delivering high-quality lessons during teacher absence and PPA cover, and providing targeted support for pupils where needed.

• Have HLTA status or significant equivalent experience
• Can confidently deliver engaging lessons to whole classes
• Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Are flexible, proactive and able to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Are committed to inclusion and supporting pupils with a range of needs, including SEND and EAL
• Will actively support the Catholic ethos and values of the school

• Enthusiastic, happy children who enjoy learning
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• A vibrant school community rooted in Gospel values

This role includes regular class cover for teacher absence and PPA time, alongside wider classroom and pastoral support responsibilities.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who demonstrate initiative, warmth, professionalism and a genuine commitment to high standards in education.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICE FORM Available from St. Helen's School Website () or direct from the school. Please ensure you complete and return all forms. Email addresses for your referees help us speed up your application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to references, medical clearance, an Enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding checks including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

St Helen’s Catholic Primary School is the oldest Catholic primary school in Southend and has been on the present site since 1973. We are pleased to have served our community for so long. We hope to deliver our mission statement as written by the pupils, to show respect to ourselves, everyone in our school and wider community and most of all to God our Father in heaven.

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.