Job Description

Crays Hill Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an experienced HLTA to join the team as soon as possible.

The hours are 8.15am to 3:45pm (including a 30 minute lunch break) Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week during term time. (39 weeks per year, including 5 inset days).

Salary Scale 6 to Scale 7 (Range 14 - 24). Actual Salary £25,357 to £27,469 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. (includes paid annual leave, which must be taken during school closure periods).

Applications close: Midday on 6th November 2026. Interview date: Week commencing 9th November 2026.

School

Crays Hill Primary School is one of 11 schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.

We are looking for a strong and experienced HLTA who can deliver lessons across the primary range (EYFS to Year 6) for PPA, as well as cover when Teachers are absent from school and provide release time for our Teachers/leaders.

This role will also include:

· intervention work with individuals and small groups

· planning and leading sessions in our inclusion unit

· delivering engaging lessons and support planning

· supporting with assessment and reporting

We are looking for a candidate who:

· has a HLTA qualification

· is committed to championing our pupils and meeting the needs of individual and groups of children

· has very strong behaviour management

· demonstrates a 'can do' attitude.

· is able to provide and deliver learning activities to whole classes in Early Years, KS1 and KS2

· has secure foundational skills knowledge

· has good phonics knowledge and is prepared to deliver RWInc lessons (training provided)

· has a proven track record of delivering high-quality interventions

· is positive, enthusiastic and a real team player

· is self-motivated, resilient and able to work using their own initiative

We can offer you:

· a forward-looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff

· access to our Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and their families

· access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which is one of the largest defined benefit pension schemes in the UK

· a commitment to continued professional development

Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.

Application

We welcome visits to the school prior to application. Visits can be arranged by contacting Anthea Yorston on 01268 521914 or by emailing applications@crayshill.essex.sch.uk. Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We may review the internet and social media relating to shortlisted candidates as part of the screening process. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the School

Crays Hill Primary School is located on London Road, Crays Hill. We are one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.