Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) – Cambridge
Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) – Cambridge (CB2)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time, up to 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary, ongoing – open to contract or self-employed
Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
An alternative education provider in Cambridge needs Teaching Assistants to provide one-to-one support for pupils aged 5 to 18 who are not currently in school. You'll help with literacy, numeracy and practical courses, keep pupils focused, and work with tutors and mentors to prepare each pupil for a return to a school or college classroom. Sessions are based at home, in community venues and at a local centre across Cambridge and nearby villages. Full-time or part-time, up to 30 hours a week in term time, with travel time paid and fuel reimbursed.
About the Provider
The provider works with local authorities to support young people aged 5 to 18 who are missing education, including pupils with SEND (autism, ADHD, PDA), young people in care and those who are anxious about, or have been excluded from, school. Work is one-to-one and happens wherever the pupil is most comfortable: at home, out in the community or at a learning centre.
The Role
Work one-to-one with pupils on literacy and numeracy, using phonics, reading schemes and maths resources
Prepare resources for sessions and adapt them for pupils with SEND
Support pupils on visits to schools and colleges as part of their transition
Encourage independence, organisation and focus during learning tasks
Drive pupils safely to and from sessions where needed
Write short session reports for the area manager and local authority
What You'll Need
A full UK driving licence and access to your own car with business insurance




School-based experience as a TA, LSA or HLTA, ideally including pupils with SEND
Familiarity with phonics, reading interventions and the maths curriculum
Flexible availability across Monday to Friday, up to 30 hours a week
Positive written English for session notes and reports
Graduates considering a teaching career are welcome to apply
We're looking for a dependable, nurturing TA who enjoys seeing one pupil's progress up close.
Why Work with Luma?
Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.
Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.
Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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📌 Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) – Cambridge (Western Australia)
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