Job Description

Coba Education is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to placing exceptional teaching and support staff into schools across Northamptonshire and beyond. With strong partnerships across the county, we are currently looking for experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join our team and support the delivery of quality education in local schools.

Job Overview:

As a HLTA working with Coba Education, you will have the opportunity to work flexibly across a variety of primary and secondary schools throughout Northamptonshire. You’ll play a key role in supporting classroom learning, delivering pre-planned lessons, and helping to raise achievement levels for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead whole-class lessons in the teacher’s absence using pre-set plans

• Support teaching staff with planning, preparation, and assessment

• Provide targeted support to pupils in small groups or one-to-one

• Assist with classroom and behaviour management

• Work closely with SEN and EAL students to support their individual needs

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

Requirements:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience in a UK school setting

• Minimum of 6 months' recent school experience

• Confidence delivering lessons and managing classrooms independently

• Up-to-date knowledge of the national curriculum

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

• Reliable, flexible, and passionate about supporting young learners

• Ability to travel across Northamptonshire

Why Work with Coba Education?

• Competitive daily rates (£100–£120, depending on experience)

• Local placements across Northamptonshire

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle

• Friendly, dedicated consultants who understand your needs

• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent roles

• Free CPD and ongoing professional development