Qualified Teaching Assistants

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

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants in Cambridge to support learners in primary and secondary schools. This full-time and part-time role involves working with diverse groups of children, including those with special needs. Join us to make a meaningful impact in students' educational journeys.

Benefits

Access to CPD Academy training.

Dedicated consultant support.

Flexibility in working schedule.

Competitive daily pay.

Refer a Friend scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting is essential.
• Good understanding of the school environment.
• Confidence working with pupils with varying needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons.
• Work with small groups or 1:1 with pupils needing support.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

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Teaching Personnel

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Teaching Assistant – Cambridge

Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas
Company: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Salary: £90–£121 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children in the classroom?
Teaching Personnel is seeking passionate and committed Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in Cambridge and the surrounding areas. We have opportunities in mainstream primary and secondary schools, as well as in specialist settings, offering both short-term and long-term placements.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, your role is vital in helping pupils thrive both academically and personally. You will work alongside teachers and other school staff to create a supportive learning environment tailored to each student’s needs.

Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons

Working with small groups or 1:1 with pupils who may need additional support

Assisting children with special educational needs (SEN), including those with EHCPs

Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment

Supporting with reading, writing, and numeracy activities

Supervising pupils during break times or on educational trips

Assisting with administrative tasks, such as preparing resources and displays

Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to teachers

This is a rewarding and varied role, perfect for those who are patient, resilient, and enthusiastic about helping young people achieve their full potential.

What we’re looking for:

Experience working with children or young people in an educational or childcare setting is essential

A good understanding of the school environment and the ability to follow direction

Confidence working with pupils with varying needs, including SEN, SEMH, or behavioural challenges

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A proactive and flexible approach – no two days are the same!

A full UK driving licence and access to a car is desirable, or a willingness to travel to schools in different locations

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

By joining Teaching Personnel, you’ll benefit from:

Access to our exclusive CPD Academy, including training in Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Team Teach, and more

A dedicated consultant who will support your career and match you with roles that suit your goals and skills

A flexible working schedule to fit around your lifestyle

Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE

Our generous Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £50 for every friend you refer to us

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression within schools

What to do next?

Step 1) Check out our current vacancies: https://www.teachingpersonnel.com/cambridge

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency and are recognised for our stringent vetting procedures, career-enhancing Training sessions, customer experience and sector specialist approach to school recruitment. Every academic year we provide staff to over 5,000 schools delivering a national service on a local scale from our 80 branches.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.