Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 20,321 - 20,642; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Cedars Upper School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our busy team. This permanent role is term time only plus 5 training days, working 34.5 hours per week, with NJC pay scale L2 (points 4-5) (£20,321-£20,642 annually actual). Starting September 2026, apply before 12pm on Sunday 30 August 2026.

For more information, contact Leanne Ringsell, HR Officer, via [e-mail]. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks in line with Trust policy; CVs are not accepted

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 £20,321-£20,642 annually actual

Start date: September 2026

Closing date: 12pm on Sunday 30th August 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 12pm on Sunday 30th August 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.

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