Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

North East Lincolnshire Council; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children aged 3-19 with a range of learning needs at Cambridge Park Academy. Candidates should have previous experience with special educational needs and excellent interpersonal skills. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional development in a caring environment. Applications are encouraged before the closing date of 8am, Friday 14 November 2025.

Benefits

Continual professional development

Supportive work environment

Commitment to children's outcomes

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, young people, and/or vulnerable adults with multiple Special Educational Needs.
• Understanding of National Curriculum and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to interact with respect and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support for individuals ensuring safety and access to learning activities.
• Assist with personal care programmes and promote good pupil behaviour.
• Prepare resources for lesson plans and maintain classroom displays.

Skills

Experience working with children with learning disabilities

Effective use of ICT to support teaching

Excellent communication skills

Ability to establish professional relationships

Education

Experience in a learning environment

Job description

About the role

The Cambridge Park Academy would like to offer a suitably qualified candidate the opportunity to join a team of Teaching Assistants who support children aged 3-19 with a range of learning needs.

We welcome someone who is willing to learn, adapt to ever‑changing circumstances and has a genuine interest in the needs of our children. You will need to be prepared to work with children of all ages and disabilities.

A candidate with previous relevant experience and knowledge of learning disabilities would have an advantage.

Job Requirements

• Supervises and provides specialist support for individuals with SEN, disabilities, personal and health needs, EAL, etc. ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Support pupils in implementing their own personal care programmes, providing extra support for those unable to be independent with social, welfare, care and health matters, including toileting, dressing, feeding, mobility, use of personal/learning aides, etc
• Prepares, maintains and uses resources to meet the lesson plans/learning activity and assists learners in their use.
• Promotes good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with school procedures, encouraging learners to take responsibility for their own behaviour
• Develops displays within and outside the classroom

The successful candidate will have

• Experience of working with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults in a learning environment who have multiple and complex Special Educational Needs
• An understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding
• Effective use of ICT to support teaching and learning
• Ability to interact well using courtesy, tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues and children and young people.

As a member of Humber Education Trust, we offer

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

Further details are available in our applicant pack attached. Please download our application form, complete and submit with optional cover letter to [e-mail].

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.

As part of Humber Education Trust s recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory guidance KCSiE, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Closing date for completed applications

8am, Friday 14 November 2025
Interview date: TBC

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Sue Bates, PA to Headteacher, at Cambridge Park Academy via [e-mail] or Tel: [phone].

To apply, please click on this link: https://www.humbereducationtrust.co.uk/vacancies/