Teaching Assistant

Anglian Learning; Sawston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CARE pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free sports centre membership

Cycle to Work

Eye care vouchers

Flu vaccination vouchers

Discounts on Anglian Learning courses

Teacher discounts and Blue Light Card

Professional development

Job summary

Anglian Learning is seeking a dedicated learning support assistant to work alongside the teaching team. You will support pupils’ learning and development, providing targeted help to individuals and small groups, including those with additional learning needs, to access the curriculum and develop independence.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, inclusion, and building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents. Salary and terms reflect Cambridgeshire Scale 3, points 5–6.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people in a school or similar educational setting.
• GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in English and maths.
• Good literacy, numeracy and organisational skills.
• Enthusiastic, positive and committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Able to build supportive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupils' wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning and development in a classroom setting.
• Assist individuals and small groups to access the curriculum and become more independent.
• Work with the teaching team to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Literacy and numeracy

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C)

Job description

Working alongside our teaching team, you will play an important role in supporting pupils' learning and development, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. You will provide support to individual pupils and small groups, including those with additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum, develop independence and achieve their potential.

• Have experience of working with children or young people in a school or similar educational setting.
• Hold GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in English and maths.
• Have good literacy, numeracy and organisational skills.
• Be enthusiastic, positive and committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Be able to build supportive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupils' wellbeing.

As an employee of AnglianLearning, you would benefit from access to a range of employee benefits and Trust-wide initiatives. For an overview of the benefits on offer, please refer to the Recruitment Information Pack.

Salary: Cambridgeshire Scale 3, point 5-6, £25,583 to £25,989 FTE (pro-rata based on weeks worked) This post is advertised at the pre 2026/27 pay award salary rate. The successful candidate's salary will be adjusted in line with the agreed 2026/27 pay award once implemented.

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time, 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term-time only). The working pattern is Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day. Expected Start Date: To be confirmed, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Interview Date: Monday, 9th November 2026. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Our policies for Ex-Offenders, GDPR, Safeguarding and Recruitment can be found on our website:www.anglianlearning.org

What the school offers its staff As part of Anglian Learning, employees can benefit from:

• CARE pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
• Free membership of Anglian Learning Sports Centres
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
• Eye care and annual flu vaccination vouchers
• 20% discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education courses
• Teacher Discounts and Blue Light Card shopping discounts
• Professional development, coaching and career development opportunities across the Trust

Commitment to safeguarding