Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Kettering & Surrounding Areas
Shape Young Minds, Support Teachers, and Grow Your Career with Tradewind Recruitment

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) ready to take the next step in your education career? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for exceptional HLTAs to join our team and work in a range of fantastic primary and secondary schools across Kettering and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're seeking a long-term placement, short-term cover, or daily supply work, we have flexible roles available to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning and delivering learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff

  • Leading small group sessions and occasional whole-class teaching

  • Supporting pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN

  • Assisting with the assessment of pupils' progress

  • Creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

  • Providing targeted interventions to support attainment and progress

What we're looking for:

  • A qualified HLTA with relevant experience in a UK school

  • Strong classroom management and the confidence to lead lessons

  • A flexible, proactive, and resilient approach to working in education

  • A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Access to a wide variety of HLTA roles across local schools in Kettering

  • Your own dedicated consultant who will listen and match you with the right role

  • Competitive pay, paid weekly and fairly

  • Free CPD opportunities to develop your skills - including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, SEN Awareness and more

  • Supportive service from a team that values honesty, transparency, and professionalism

  • Opportunities to work in diverse school settings and gain valuable experience

At Tradewind, we're not just filling roles - we're helping build rewarding careers. If you're a motivated and experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your education journey with Tradewind Recruitment.