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Full-time HLTA (30hrs, 38 weeks per year) required from September 2026
Pay £27,694 - £29,064pa pro rata
Parsons Heath is a good school where the wellbeing of each child lies at the heart of all we do.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and effective qualified Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). The successful candidate will become part of our friendly and hard-working team which is dedicated to ensuring our children learn well and are well cared for. The role will involve working with children individually, in small groups and in classes, including teaching some classes when teachers have release time. The role also has an important pastoral element which involves providing a 'listening ear' and some support to children that are finding some emotions and life experiences a challenge. The successful candidate will be committed to supporting all pupils including those with additional needs, you will need to be enthusiastic, positive and able to work on your own initiative as well as follow direction.
The successful candidate will have:
- NVQ Level 3 in learning support/early years or equivalent qualification/experience and meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards
- a high standard of written and spoken English
- excellent numeracy skills
- a strong work ethic with flexibility to respond positively to challenges of day-to-day school life
- a good sense of humour
- excellent communication skills
- a willingness to undertake training
- previous experience of working within a Primary School LSA role
- experience of EYFS desirable
A HLTA qualification is essential.
For further details, application form and to make an appointment please contact Mrs Sharon Olding on 01206 860612 or email: admin@parsonsheath.essex.sch.uk
Closing date: Friday 3rd July 2026 at 12noon
Interviews week commencing6th July 2026
The start date is September 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS check and medical clearance
Information about the School
Parsons Heath School - rated GOOD by Ofsted - is an average sized school serving a residential area in Colchester, with a number of pupils from outside the catchment area. Pupils come from a wide range of social and economic backgrounds. The school has links with its parish church. The school has attained a National Healthy Schools Award, Bronze Eco Award and Activemark.