Teaching Assistant

Exning Primary School; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Learning and development opportunities

Staff events

Discounts and memberships

Job summary

Exning Primary School in Newmarket is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support lessons, especially for pupils with SEN or EAL, and assist with classroom preparation. You will help manage behaviour and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment within a supportive school community.

The role is part-time (28.5 hours/week, 39 weeks/year) on a fixed-term contract to March 2027, with a pro-rata salary of £26,017–£26,847 and a range of staff benefits. Closing date 2 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN or EAL.
• Ability to assist classroom teacher with lesson preparation.
• Good behaviour management and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with lesson preparation and materials.
• Support pupils during lessons, particularly those with SEN or EAL.
• Help foster emotional and social development and create an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to safeguarding and promote a positive, respectful classroom culture.

Skills

SEN support

EAL support

Classroom assistance

Behaviour management

Lesson prep support

Job description

• Exning Primary School
• Address: 1 Oxford St, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 7EW
• Salary: £26,017 - £26,847 pro rata
• Hours: Part time, 28.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Contract: Fixed term contract until March 2027, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5616

Exning Primary Schoolare seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our team and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment. In this role, you will assist the classroom teacher with lesson preparation, support students during lessons, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or English as an Additional Language (EAL) and help manage classroom behaviour.

You will also play a key part in fostering the emotional and social development of pupils, ensuring they stay engaged and reach their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young learners while working in a supportive and dynamic school community. If you are ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

We also offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Family friendly policies
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Company events
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Funded development for your role
• Career progression opportunities available

Exning Primary School provides an outstanding education within the context and understanding of shared values. We believe all children should be taught kindness, co-operation, resilience, honesty, respect, concentration and perseverance, creating an emotionally aware school family, within a safe and secure environment.

We believe the most effective way to prepare children for learning is to teach a skills and knowledge based, creative curriculum giving children the opportunity to become motivated, independent learners that can steer their own learning. We give children opportunities to use their imagination, collaborate and persevere to achieve their personal bests that we celebrate within the school.

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

At Eastern Education Group, we believe sustainability is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a more sustainable future while reducing our environmental impact and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing date: 8 am, 2 November 2026.

Interview date: 6 November 2026.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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