Full Time Teaching Assistants needed for Cambridgeshire schools

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay

Permanent opportunities

CPD courses

Training & development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and inclusive schools in Cambridge. You will provide 1:1 SEND support and general Teaching Assistant duties, helping pupils with learning, communication and behavioural needs.

The role offers long-term, flexible opportunities with potential for permanent contracts. The position requires UK school experience, a recognised TA qualification, and an enhanced DBS registered with Update Service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience working in UK schools.
• Hold a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification and/or demonstrate significant school-based experience.
• Have a passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Provide references covering recent educational or childcare employment.
• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply and pay for one through Teaching Personnel.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 SEND Support: tailored support to pupils with SEND; supporting learning, communication, social and behavioural needs; implementing EHCP strategies; monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers.

Skills

Classroom support

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Experienced/Qualified)

Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas

Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Sector: Education

Recruitment Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and inclusive schools in the area of Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate education professional who enjoys supporting pupils both in the classroom and through targeted intervention. The role offers a mixture of 1:1 SEND support and general Teaching Assistant duties, making it ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact on children's learning and development.

The school is committed to investing in quality support staff and offers excellent long-term prospects. Successful candidates may be offered a permanent contract directly with the school following a successful placement period through Teaching Personnel.

The Role

This position will involve a combination of:

1:1 SEND Support

• Providing tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Supporting pupils with learning, communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Implementing strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and self-esteem.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
• Adapting resources and learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Supporting pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and enrichment activities where required.

General Teaching Assistant Duties

• Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Supporting small group and whole-class learning activities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Assisting with displays, resources, and general classroom administration.
• Supporting assessment activities and pupil progress tracking.
• Supervising pupils during activities, educational visits, and school events when required.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of 1 year's experience working in UK schools.
• Hold a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification and/or demonstrate significant relevant school-based experience.
• Have a passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be able to provide references covering recent educational or childcare employment.
• Hold an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply and pay for one through Teaching Personnel.

Career Progression Opportunities

This role offers an excellent pathway into permanent employment. The successful Teaching Assistant will initially work through Teaching Personnel, with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract directly with the school following a successful placement. The school is keen to retain dedicated and proactive support staff who make a positive contribution to pupils' outcomes.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• A dedicated local recruitment consultant
• Long-term, permanent and flexible opportunities
• Potential for a permanent contract directly with the school
• Free and discounted CPD courses through the Teaching Personnel Academy
• Safeguarding, SEND and behaviour management training
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Access to specialist educational resources
• Referral bonus schemes
• Regular support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of schools and settings
• The backing of the UK's leading education recruitment agency

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

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 provided.

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