2026 Level 3 Teaching Assistant's needed!

Teaching Personnel; Ely; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is looking for a dedicated Full-Time Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support and general duties in primary schools around Ely. Ideal candidates will have experience helping children, excellent communication skills, and a nurturing attitude. The role offers flexible working hours and competitive pay with opportunities for professional growth. This temporary position may lead to long-term employment, pending performance. Candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Competitive daily pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary school setting in the last 3 years.
• Ability to support children with diverse needs.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and general TA duties to children.
• Work collaboratively with staff and parents.
• Travel between schools as required.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Patience

Flexibility

Proactive approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel are looking to recruit Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work in Primary schools in and around Cambridge, specifically the Ely postcodes and into the outskirts of Cambridge.

Position: Full-Time Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support & general TA duties)

Location: Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas. You will be expected to work within multiple schools within the borough

Start Date: Immediately

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support and general TA duties to our schools within Cambridgeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about working with young children and making a positive impact on their educational journey. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis, and have a nurturing and patient approach. These roles are temporary but many of which may develop into long term and even permanent.

About the school: The schools we work with are lovely, welcoming and supportive. Working in Ely and surrounding villages you will work between 08:30am and 15:30pm Monday to Friday, there is work every day and depending on the role there are full and part time posts vacant.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school setting in the last 3 years
• A passion for helping young children achieve their full potential.
• Patience, flexibility, and a proactive approach to supporting children with diverse needs.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
• A relevant qualification in education or childcare (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) is desirable but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required.
• Ability to travel between schools is essential.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible Working Hours– Choose the days that suit you and your lifestyle.
• Variety of Work– Gain experience across different primary schools and year groups.
• Professional Development– Opportunities for ongoing support and development to enhance your career.
• Competitive Pay– Earn a competitive daily rate with the added security of our Guaranteed Work Scheme.
• All from an App - book yourself work when and where you wish to via our incredible app for our educators and schools!

If this is something that would work for you please get in contact with Caitlin on 01223 463146 / apply online.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance is provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.