Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Experienced/Qualified)
Location:
CB2, Cambridge
Job Type:
Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
Sector:
Education
Recruitment Agency:
Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in the CB2 area of Cambridge.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate education professional who enjoys supporting pupils both in the classroom and through targeted intervention.
The role offers a mixture of
1:1 SEND support and general Teaching Assistant duties
, making it ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact on children's learning and development.
The school is committed to investing in quality support staff and offers excellent long‐term prospects.
Successful candidates may be offered a permanent contract directly with the school following a successful placement period through Teaching Personnel.
The Role
This position will involve a combination of:
1:1 SEND Support
Providing tailored support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Supporting pupils with learning, communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
Implementing strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Encouraging independence, confidence, and self‐esteem.
Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
Adapting resources and learning activities to meet individual needs.
Supporting pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and enrichment activities where required.
General Teaching Assistant Duties
Assisting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.




Supporting small group and whole-class learning activities.
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
Assisting with displays, resources, and general classroom administration.
Supporting assessment activities and pupil progress tracking.
Supervising pupils during activities, educational visits, and school events when required.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must:
Have a minimum of
1 year's experience working in UK schools
.
Hold a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification
and/or
demonstrate significant relevant school‐based experience.
Have a passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Be able to provide references covering recent educational or childcare employment.
Hold an
Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Certificate
registered on the Update Service,
or be willing to apply and pay for one through Teaching Personnel
.
Career Progression Opportunities
This role offers an excellent pathway into permanent employment.
The successful Teaching Assistant will initially work through Teaching Personnel, with the opportunity to secure a
permanent contract directly with the school
following a successful placement.




The school is keen to retain dedicated and proactive support staff who make a positive contribution to pupils' outcomes.
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
When you join Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from:
Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
A dedicated local recruitment consultant
Long‐term, permanent and flexible opportunities
Potential for a permanent contract directly with the school
Free and discounted CPD courses through the Teaching Personnel Academy
Safeguarding, SEND and behaviour management training
Ongoing career development opportunities
Access to specialist educational resources
Referral bonus schemes
Regular support throughout your placement
Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of schools and settings
The backing of the UK's leading education recruitment agency
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 *****% 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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