Full-time/Part-time Teaching Assistant

Position Overview

Job Ref No. ECC | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: 27,694 – 29,064

Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 | Contract Type: Full‑time/Part‑time | Contract Term: Permanent

Full‑time HLTA (30 hrs, 38 weeks per year) required from September 2026.

School

Parsons Heath School – rated GOOD by Ofsted – is an average‑sized primary school serving a residential area in Colchester with a diverse pupil body. The school holds National Healthy Schools Award, Bronze Eco Award and Activemark.

Role Description

The successful candidate will work with children individually, in small groups and in classrooms, including teaching some classes when teachers have release time. The role also involves a pastoral element: providing a listening ear and support to children who find emotions and life experiences challenging. The successful candidate will support all pupils, including those with additional needs, and mus...