Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

The Active Learning Trust; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

LGPS

Job summary

The Active Learning Trust is recruiting Level 1 Teaching Assistant roles at Highfield Littleport Academy. You will support teachers and pupils aged 2-19, fostering a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Join a community that values professional growth and meaningful impact for children.

Based at Highfield Littleport Academy in Littleport, the role focuses on assisting with learning activities, behaviour support and daily school routines to promote independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs preferred.
• Ability to work with individuals or small groups under supervision.
• Good communication and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning by working with individuals or small groups under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Help pupils understand instructions, remain engaged and develop independence in learning and play.
• Assist with behaviour support, inclusion and the emotional and social wellbeing of pupils.
• Prepare and maintain learning environments, resources and displays to support lessons.
• Contribute to pupil supervision, record keeping, safeguarding and the safe running of daily school activities.

Job description

Due to continued growth and expansion, we are are recruiting for Level 1 Teaching Assistant positions to join the team at Highfield Littleport Academy, supporting teachers to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for pupils with additional needs. These roles are central to daily classroom life, working with individuals and small groups to encourage independence, build confidence and support both learning and wellbeing. As a special school for children and young people aged 2-19 in Littleport, Highfield Littleport Academy is a close-knit and caring community where relationships matter. As part of Active Learning Trust, colleagues are supported to grow professionally while contributing to work that is purposeful, collaborative and rooted in making a genuine difference for children.

• Support teaching and learning by working with individuals or small groups under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Help pupils understand instructions, remain engaged and develop independence in learning and play
• Assist with behaviour support, inclusion and the emotional and social wellbeing of pupils
• Prepare and maintain learning environments, resources and displays to support lessons
• Contribute to pupil supervision, record keeping, safeguarding and the safe running of daily school activities

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and LGPS.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within the Active Learning Trust.