Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Join our talented, supportive and highly motivated team. Staff are very friendly, and workload is always considered. Easily accessed from Brentwood, Chelmsford, Harlow and beyond, Chipping Ongar Primary School is a recently refurbished 1-form entry primary school situated in lush grounds and surrounded by a wide range of wildlife. Our school values are centred entirely around the child, and we pride ourselves on being a positive and respectful environment for children to develop and grow. We have the space and capacity to expertly provide both a safe and stimulating educational experience for all. We have developed a strong, inclusive and inspirational curriculum which is well planned and resourced and where new ideas are welcome.

Chipping Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

About the role:

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is passionate about pupils’ learning, enjoys being with children, has a positive attitude, and can work as part of a friendly and dedicated team.

• Do you relish working 1:1 with children with high need?
• Do you have a flexible and cheerful outlook with a willingness to work as part of a team?
• Are you a teacher who dreams of teaching without the need to plan or to have the responsibility of a class? Or an experienced LSA who is capable of more?

If so, we would like to hear from you. 

Essential qualities:  

Be dedicated to meeting the needs of all the pupils.

Be reflective and always look for ways to improve your practice.  

Have the energy and enthusiasm to make the difference.  

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Work Schedule:

25 Hours per week, Term Time only

Working Hours : Monday – Friday 9am -3pm (1 hour lunch)

Permanent

How to Apply: To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Chipping Ongar Primary School.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to admin@chippingongar.essex.sch.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 28th June 2026, at Midnight

Interview Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026

Further details are available from t: 01277363789 e: admin@chippingongar.essex.sch.uk

w: chippingongar.essex.sch.uk

This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.