Teaching Assistant

CEDARS UPPER SCHOOL; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Exceptional CPD and development

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Cedars Upper School in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming team. The permanent post is term-time only with 5 training days, 34.5 hours per week, and a salary within the NJC L2 points 4-5 (£20,992-£21,323) annually. Start date: September 2026.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 19 October 2026. Our safeguarding commitment underpins recruitment, and we offer a comprehensive induction, exceptional CPD, pension schemes, EAP, and other staff benefits to support growth and

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Contract type: Permanent / Term time only + 5 training days

Hours: 34.5 hours per week

Salary: NJC L2 pts 4-5 £20,992-£21,323 annually actual

Start date: September 2026

Closing date: 9am on Monday 19th October 2026

Location: Cedars Upper school

At Cedars, we have a strong reputation as a popular and high-performing school. Our achievements were further highlighted by the excellent set of results our students attained in both GCSE and A-Level examinations in summer 2022. Building on these successes, we are determined to reach new heights and aspire for an outstanding status. A large number of our sixth form students move onto Russell group Universities where they continue to flourish.

Come and be a part of our extraordinary team at Cedars Upper school, where positivity, growth, and achievement flourish.

Please note that the application process will remain open until we receive a sufficient number of applications, but the final closing date is 9am on Monday 19th October 2026.

If you wish to discuss the post further, please contact Leanne Ringsell, HR Officer, via [e-mail]

As a trust committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, we expect all staff members to share this commitment. Consequently, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in the school.

Visit our website: www.cedarsupper.org.uk

Follow us on Twitter: @Cedars_Upper

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training

• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities

• Refer a friend scheme

• Generous pension schemes

• Employee assistance programme

• Employee of the month scheme

• Diverse workplace