Tradewind Recruitment, a Sunday Times Top 100 employer, is dedicated to putting our candidates and employees firstHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Full Time Monday to Friday Temp to Possible Perm Start ASAP or January 2026Colchester, Essex.A welcoming and well-regarded primary school is seeking a confident and capable Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who can inspire, motivate and support pupils across a Primary School while also taking on responsibility for leading learning when required.The school is known for its warm, nurturing ethos and strong commitment to supporting pupils'' academic, social and emotional development. You will be joining a dedicated staff team who work collaboratively to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading whole-class learning during teacher absence or as directedDelivering small-group and 1:1 interventions to support progressSupporting teaching and learning across the primary schoolAssisting with planning, preparation and assessment under teacher guidancePromoting a calm, structured and positive learning environmentWorking closely with teachers, support staff and senior leadersFull-time position, Monday to FridayTemporary role with potential to become permanentPerson SpecificationHLTA status or solid classroom experienceConfident in leading learning and managing a classStrong understanding of the Primary curriculumPositive