Teaching Assistant (Core)

Longthorpe Primary Academy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 9,500 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension

Perkbox discounts

24/7 EAP

Free parking

Tea and coffee

Job summary

Longthorpe Primary Academy is seeking an exceptional Teaching Assistant (Level 2) for an immediate start on a part-time, fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027. The role runs 16.67 hours per week (12:00-15:20), Monday to Friday, term time plus 1 week of flexible hours for training.

The school, west of Peterborough, values safeguarding, development and a supportive team. We offer a warm, family ethos, high-quality professional development, and a range of staff benefits including pension

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Inspires and encourages children, helping them build confidence and a love of learning.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils and understands their individual needs.
• Enthusiastic, creative and adaptable, supporting engaging learning and helping every child reach their potential.
• Committed to professional development and keen to learn and grow.
• Works well as part of a team, contributing positively to our supportive and inclusive school community.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a can-do attitude every day.

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join the team at Longthorpe Primary Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for a caring, enthusiastic and committed individual to make a real difference to the learning and development of our pupils.

Immediate start | Part-time | Fixed term until 31 August 2027

Grade 6 - NJC Points 07-12 | Starting annual prorated £10,522 (Full time equivalent: £27,275)

16.67 hours per week (12:00-15:20) | Monday - Friday

Term Time + 1 week equivalent hours, to be worked flexibly for training

Our school, situated to the west of Peterborough, is currently at an exciting phase of our journey following a very successful Ofsted inspection in April 2024. Our mission is to create an exceptional school which provides our children with the knowledge and skills they need to prepare them for the next phase of their education and beyond.

We work in close partnership with three local primary schools and one secondary as part of Keys Academies Trust.

We can offer you:

A warm, welcoming family ethos and a supportive, collaborative staff team;

Happy, sociable children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn;

A friendly team with a wealth of experience and expertise;

High-quality professional development and opportunities to grow in your role;

The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ learning, progress and wellbeing;

A strong commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing and high standards of education;

Employer pension contributions;

Perkbox membership, providing access to 250+ exclusive discounts, freebies and benefits;

A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support;

Free on-site car parking;

Free tea and coffee.

We are looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant who:

inspires and encourages children, helping them build confidence and a love of learning;

builds positive relationships with pupils and understands their individual needs;

is enthusiastic, creative and adaptable, supporting engaging learning and helping every child reach their potential;

is committed to professional development and keen to learn and grow;

works well as part of a team, contributing positively to our supportive and inclusive school community;

brings energy, enthusiasm and a can-do attitude every day.

Closing date for applications is Midnight on Wednesday 29th September 2026. We reserve the right to close the application process early.

The Board of Trustees of Keys Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be employed subject to satisfactory references, acceptable health and DBS safeguarding checks.