Teaching Assistant - Fordham, Cambridge

In toto ed Ltd; Fordham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students' learning in small groups and on a 1:1 basis. The role involves assisting teaching staff, managing behaviour, and providing feedback on progress. Applicants should have strong communication skills, the ability to manage behaviour, and a proactive approach to fostering a positive environment. The position is full-time during term time and offers various professional development opportunities, including a level 3 qualification in pediatric first aid.

Benefits

Unlimited access to CPD platform

Fully funded Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite parking

Health Assured EAP programme

Company pension

Work laptop or MacBook provided

Bonus for 100% attendance

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to engage with students and staff.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively.
• Effective time management for planning and delivering sessions.
• Flexibility to respond to changing student needs.
• Willingness to submit to enhanced DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students to ensure access to learning activities.
• Assist teaching staff with support strategies.
• Provide feedback on student progress.
• Support teachers in managing behaviour.
• Develop 1:1 mentoring programmes.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Effective time management

Flexibility and proactive problem-solving

Completion of Child Protection Training

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Salary: £20,054.93 - £21,000

Working Hours: Full time, Term Time Only

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Fordham, Ely, Cambridge

In toto ed has a fantastic opportunity to join our team in making a real difference to our students’ lives. We are passionate about unlocking each student’s potential by offering an alternative to mainstream education. Our vision is for every student to feel safe and happy, achieve their potential, and have a bright future. We teach in small groups with a dedicated and experienced teaching team, ensuring that each student receives individual attention and care. We create individual learning packages to support our students' needs.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students or small groups to ensure they access all learning activities.
• Assist teaching staff by planning, preparing, and delivering support strategies.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on their progress.
• Support teachers in managing challenging behaviour through appropriate strategies.
• Develop and implement 1:1 mentoring programmes to support student behaviour and learning.
• Plan and deliver small group intervention and mentoring sessions.
• Support individual students during transitions, inductions, exams, and class withdrawals.
• Challenge and motivate students to build self-esteem and encourage positive outcomes.
• Accompany students on external trips, work experience, and educational visits.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of classroom materials and resources.
• Support staff with student reports, reviews, and pastoral communications.
• Take registers, deliver notices, and liaise with teachers, parents, and external agencies.
• Participate in home visits and support the inclusion calendar through displays and activities.
• Be familiar with health and safety policies, ensuring the safety of students.
• Assist in managing student behaviour, creating a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Undertake form tutor responsibilities where required.
• Attend staff meetings, INSET training, and professional development activities.
• Actively support school policies and procedures.
• Undertake First Aid, Allergywise, and Epipen training as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with students, staff, and parents, while providing clear instructions and feedback.
• Ability to support positive behaviour strategies and manage challenging behaviour effectively, promoting a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Effective time management and ability to plan and deliver 1:1 and small group sessions, balancing administrative tasks.
• Flexibility to respond to changing student needs and classroom situations, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and supporting learning.
• Willingness to submit an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS).
• Completion of Child Protection Training. Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children and young people they are responsible for, or come into contact with.

Benefits

• Unlimited access to an award-winning CPD platform.
• Term-time only schedule (39 weeks including 5 inset days).
• Fully funded Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification for all staff.
• Fully funded enhanced DBS.
• Accredited support through QTLS.
• Training grants for qualifications, including NPQ, NPQSL, and NASENCO.
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Health Assured EAP programme with 24/7 confidential helpline and mental health crisis phone support.
• Access to the Healthy Advantage app, offering wellness plans, rewards, and discounts with retailers, travel agents, and gyms.
• Bonus for staff with 100% attendance to work per academic year.
• Small class groups.
• Employee recognition and service awards.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension.
• Free Specsavers eye test.
• Work laptop or MacBook provided.
• Free tea and coffee.
• Bonus for referring a friend to In Toto Ed.

In Toto Ed are committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works in our school (and visitors) to share this commitment. We take all safeguarding and welfare concerns seriously and encourage our pupils to talk to us about any worries they may have. We will always act in the best interests of the child. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS.