Job Ref No. ECC3324-119 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 5
Position Start Date: 03/11/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 07/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 16th September 2026  

Job Description

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HLTA required: As soon as possible.

17.25 hours, the post is for 3 days to be negotiated with the successful candidate (must include a Wednesday).

Salary: £10,601 - £11,123 (actual salary) depending on experience and current pay point.

An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic HLTA to join our team.

· To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support learning activities for classes, groups and individuals

· To cover classes as required in the absence of the teacher. HLTAs will be expected to deliver pre-prepared lesson plans, to progress pupils' learning and to assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment as agreed with the teacher.

We will be delighted to hear from you if you are:

- experienced in working with children in a school setting;

- passionate about learning and have the ability to encourage our children to become happy, respectful, lifelong learners;

- committed to your own professional development;

- a strong team member;

- able to maintain a calm, purposeful working environment built on mutual respect;

- able to develop positive relationships with our children.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact our school office to arrange a visit: admin@bishopwilliamward.essex.sch.uk.


The Bishop William Ward CE (VA) Primary School is committed to safeguarding principles and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the successful applicant will be appointed subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references, online checks and medical clearance.

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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Toby Bull
Coach Road
Great Horkesley, Colchester
Essex, CO6 4AT
Telephone: 01206 271336
Email: admin@bishopwilliamward.essex.sch.uk

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