Vandyke Upper School
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant at Vandyke Upper School, based in Leighton Buzzard, East of England. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Leighton Buzzard, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
Reference 37766a7c22a9e0108a829646c92faeec2a49a2b4
About the role
REQUIRED ASAP
NJC Level 3A (points 5-7), from £20,211 to £20,859 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £26,427 to £27,274).This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong, collaborative team in a growing and thriving academy with a clear vision and ambitious standards for our students.
“Students at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all students to become ‘world ready citizens’”
“Students are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well and move around the school calmly. They respect themselves and others”.
OFSTED January 2024.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting vulnerable students both inside the classroom and through tailored 1:1 or small-group support.
We are seeking a committed, resourceful, and flexible individual who thrives as part of a team while demonstrating strong initiative skills, strong communication skills and a compassionate approach.
Whilst previous experience is preferable but not essential, we would be particularly interested in candidates with relevant experience supporting young people with special educational needs, including ASD and ADHD, within a school or childcare setting. This exciting role offers excellent prospects for career progression, training and pathways into teaching and would particularly suit graduates, returners to work and those looking for new opportunities.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Helen O’Connell, Finance & HR Manager on [phone removed] or via email [email removed].
Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd November 2026
Once we have received sufficient applications the vacancy may close, so if you are interested you are advised to apply immediately. If you are short-listed for interview, details will be sentto you via MyNewTerm. You are therefore advised to check your email on a regular basis.
Reference: 37766a7c22a9e0108a829646c92faeec2a49a2b4 · Posted 2 hours ago · Closes 23 Nov 2026 · Listed via Vandyke Upper School
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