Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Level 3 Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in and around Huntingdon!

Full-Time Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support & General TA Duties)

We are looking for a committed and caring Teaching Assistant to provide both 1:1 support and general classroom assistance across our partner schools in Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young learners and making a meaningful difference to their educational development.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children on a 1:1 basis and demonstrate a patient, nurturing approach. While these roles are initially temporary, many have the potential to develop into long-term or permanent positions.

• Experience working with children, ideally within a primary school setting in the last three years

• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential

• A patient, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting pupils with diverse needs

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals

• A relevant education or childcare qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant) is desirable but not essential

• An enhanced DBS check (required)

• Ability to travel between schools

• Flexible Working Hours – Choose the days that suit your lifestyle

• Varied Experience – Work across a range of primary schools and year groups

• Professional Development – Ongoing support and training to help develop your career

• Competitive Pay – Attractive daily rates, with the security of our Guaranteed Work Scheme

• All from an App – Book work easily and conveniently through our dedicated app for educators and schools

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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