Teaching Assistant

Highfield Ely Academy; Ely; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp benefits

Cycle to Work

Local Government pensions

Job summary

Highfield Ely Academy in Ely, Cambridgeshire, is seeking two Teaching Assistant Level 1 staff to support pupils’ learning, independence and wellbeing across the school day.

You will work closely with teachers to engage children, assist with behaviour and prepare learning resources, contributing to a positive, inclusive classroom. This permanent full‑time role offers 32.5 hours across 39 weeks with a probation period.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups in the classroom, helping pupils understand tasks and stay engaged
• Assist teachers with behaviour management, inclusion and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Prepare and organise learning resources, classroom displays and equipment
• Provide pastoral support, including helping with pupils’ wellbeing, independence and social development
• Contribute to supervision, educational visits and basic record-keeping, ensuring a safe and supportive Setting

Job description

Location: Highfield Ely Academy, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 32.5 hours, 39 weeks per year
Salary: ALT Grade C £19,417.99- £19,568.43 Annually Actual (plus R&R payment £2,749.59 - £2,770.89)

We are looking for two Teaching Assistant’s (Level 1) to join Highfield Ely Academy, working closely with teachers to support pupils’ learning, independence and wellbeing across the school day. This role centres on helping children engage, understand and succeed, whether through small-group support, encouraging positive behaviour or preparing a purposeful learning environment. It offers a varied and hands‑on contribution to classroom life, as well as the wider experience of pupils in and beyond lessons. We value individuals who are reliable, attentive and committed to inclusion, who take pride in helping every child feel supported, confidence and able to achieve.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups in the classroom, helping pupils understand tasks and stay engaged
• Assist teachers with behaviour management, inclusion and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Prepare and organise learning resources, classroom displays and equipment
• Provide pastoral support, including helping with pupils’ wellbeing, independence and social development
• Contribute to supervision, educational visits and basic record-keeping, ensuring a safe and supportive Setting

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and Local Government pensions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within the Active Learning Trust.

Contact

Pippa Edwards, Business Manager at: [e-mail]

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.