Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Willingham Primary School; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff training

Government Pension Scheme

Wrap-around childcare

Cycle to work

Wellbeing day

Job summary

Willingham Primary School in Cambridge is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming team. The role supports children in class and during lunchtime, aligned with our high expectations and values.

The post is 29.58 hours per week, term-time only, with pro-rata salary £20,111 to £20,431. DBS check and disqualification declaration are required.

We offer ongoing training, a supportive staff team, access to the Government Pension Scheme and wrap-around childcare.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with EYFS and primary curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in daily activities and during lunch.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare of pupils throughout the day.
• Contribute to a calm and positive learning environment.

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant required

Willingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check and a disqualification declaration are required for this post. In line with guidance from the Safer Recruitment Consortium, an online search will be completed for shortlisted candidates.

29.58 hours per week

8.35am to 3.15pm with a 15 min morning break and 30 min lunch break

5 days a week Term time only

(Actual pro-rata salary £20,111 to £20,431)

The salary is NJC 2026 SCP 5-6 (£26,427 to £26,847) fte. to be pro-rated for part time term time only working.

You will be a valuable member of the team working with the class teachers to support the children both in the class and during the lunch period. The successful applicant will need enthusiasm, patience and be caring and understanding.

We are looking for a person who:

Has high expectations of self and others

Loves to work with children and have an impact on their learning

Has a good knowledge of child development, the EYFS and primary curriculum and how children learn

Is reliable, hardworking and prepared to go the ‘extra mile’ for our children

Wants to be part of a professional and committed staff team

Is enthusiastic, flexible and willing to contribute to the vibrant life of our school

Wants to take part in training and on-going professional development

Is enthusiastic, flexible and willing to contribute to the vibrant life of our school

Benefits of working for us include:

On-going staff training and opportunities for professional development

Wonderful children who want to learn

A friendly and supportive staff team

Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support.

1 wellbeing day a year.

Cycle to work scheme.

Government Pension Scheme.

Use of schools wrap around childcare provision.

The right candidate will align completely with our values of hard work, integrity and kindness and will support us in achieving our mission statement:

To provide pupils with the knowledge, experiences and confidence they need to excel at secondary school and so that they can make the choices, now and in the future, to have a happy, fulfilling life.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the School Office on 01954 283030, to arrange a visit.

This appointment is subject to Enhanced DBS Check, Barred List Checks and two positive references.