Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Primary

Location: Taunton

Salary: £100 £115 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

Please note: Applicants must provide proof of the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to work across a range of primary schools in Taunton. Opportunities are available on a day-to-day supply basis, as well as short-term and long-term placements starting from September 2026.

As a HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Responsibilities may include delivering planned lessons in the teacher s absence, leading small group interventions, providing one-to-one support, and helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment for pupils.

This is an excellent opportunity for confident and adaptable individuals who are passionate about supporting children s academic progress, development, and wellbeing within a primary school setting.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom

Person Specification

• A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (commonly Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning)
• HLTA status or willingness to work towards HLTA status
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Ability to lead whole-class learning when required
• Good behaviour management and communication skills
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

Are you interested?

If you are interested or would like to discuss further opportunities, please apply today!

Feel free to contact the Bristol office at (phone number removed) or email us at (url removed) to find out more.

Protected Characteristics Statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.