Job description

Are you an experienced HLTA ready for your next exciting challenge? Do you enjoy stepping into the classroom, leading lessons, and making a real impact across a whole primary school?
GSL Education is working closely with a primary school in the Loughton area that is looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible on a full-time, long-term basis.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding position where you will cover classes across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, delivering pre-planned lessons and supporting pupils’ learning when teachers are absent. You’ll be a trusted and valued member of the school team, helping to maintain continuity and high standards throughout the school day.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Covering whole classes across the primary school when required

  • Delivering engaging, pre-prepared lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment

  • Supporting pupils of all abilities to stay focused, motivated, and on track

  • Managing classroom behaviour confidently and calmly

  • Working closely with teaching staff and senior leaders

  • Providing additional support in lessons where needed

What We’re Looking For

  • HLTA status (or significant classroom experience with the ability to lead lessons)

  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

  • Confidence working across EYFS, KS1, and KS2

  • A flexible, proactive, and professional approach

  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join This School?

  • A welcoming and supportive primary school with a great local reputation

  • Friendly, collaborative staff and a positive working environment

  • Strong leadership team that values support staff

  • A long-term opportunity with consistency and stability

Why Work Through GSL Education?

  • Competitive daily rates

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

  • Access to CPD and training opportunities

  • A long-term role that could open doors to future opportunities


If you’re an HLTA looking for a long-term, full-time role in a fantastic Loughton primary school, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Emily at GSL Education:
01245 203 218
emily.scott@gsleducation.com