Teaching Assistant

Gilbert Inglefield Academy; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; 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

Gilbert Inglefield Academy is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to join the Learning Support Team. The role focuses on helping pupils with additional needs access learning inside and outside the classroom, under the guidance of experienced staff.

This permanent position offers term-time hours totaling 32.5 per week plus 5 training days, with NJC L2 pay (£19,774-£20,087 per annum). Applicants should demonstrate excellent literacy and numeracy, strong interpersonal skills, and a calm,

Qualifications

• Need strong interpersonal skills and excellent literacy and numeracy.
• Calm, positive and encouraging personality.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs to access learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.
• Work as part of the Learning Support Team to raise standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Calm demeanor

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Gilbert Inglefield Academy

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 training days (39 weeks)

Salary: NJC L2 pts 4-5 £19,774- £20,087 per annum (actual)

Closing date: 9am on Monday 2nd November 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our experienced and friendly Learning Support Team. We are looking for exceptional colleagues to be part of our school's commitment to raise standards, but, above all, to enable pupils with additional needs to access learning; both inside and outside the classroom. Applicants will need to possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate that they have excellent literacy and numeracy skills, as well as a calm, positive and encouraging personality.

Come and be part of our extraordinary team at Gilbert Inglefield, where positivity, growth, and community flourish. We offer:

• A supportive environment where your expertise is valued.
• The opportunity to shape the administrative pulse of the school.
• A workplace where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience, and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Laura Townsend HR Lead via [e-mail]

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

Please note, the application process will remain open until we receive a sufficient number of applications, with the final closing date being 9am on Monday 2nd November 2026. Interviews to commence shortly after the closing date.

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