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HLTA REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, reliable, and well-organised person to join our team as a permanent HLTA.
We would like to hear from you if you:
have an appropriate HLTA qualification or willing to work towards one
have experiences/expertise which can enrich our pupils' learning
have experience across a broad range of year groups in KS1 or KS2.
are adaptable, organised and flexible.
have experience of teaching a whole class and small groups
We can offer a school which has:
a team of friendly, supportive, committed team of staff
motivated and happy pupils
a happy workplace
good resources and learning environment
an exciting curriculum
A strong commitment to and support for staff well being
A range of employee benefit schemes
If appointed, you will undertake a range of activities including class-based support, class cover, interventions and catch-up booster lessons.
32.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday)
39 working weeks per year (44.7 paid weeks per year)
Salary: Scale 5 point 9 - £21,072.32 pro rata per annum
Closing date: Thursday 18th June 2026
Interviews: W/C 22nd June 2026
'PCLC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure Barring Service'
Information about the School
The Downs is a "good school where pupils thrive both socially and academically because they are well looked after and kept safe in a caring environment that puts their needs first." - OFSTED January 2016.
We are a 2 form entry primary school and we are situated centrally in Harlow adjacent to the town centre. We are committed to making the school experience for all our children of the highest standard.
Why not visit our website, www.downs.essex.sch.uk, and see us for yourselves.