Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only 
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Join Our Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in Watford from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development and who can confidently lead whole-class teaching when required.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will:

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 as required.
• Provide PPA cover and whole-class teaching in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils through targeted interventions and small-group work.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and senior leaders to raise pupil achievement.
• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and high expectations for all learners.
• Contribute to assessment, monitoring and pupil progress.
• Support the wider life of the school and participate in school events and activities.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds HLTA status or an equivalent Level 4 qualification.
• Has substantial experience working within a primary school setting.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice and behaviour management skills.
• Has a strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Is committed to inclusion and supporting children with a range of learning needs.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.
• Is organised, flexible and able to work independently and as part of a team.

We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious school community.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who enjoy learning.
• A dedicated and experienced staff team.
• High-quality professional development opportunities.
• A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and further career progression.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed from experienced HLTAs who are passionate about making a difference to children's lives.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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