11 Teaching Assistants jobs in Girton

Contract: Fixed Term (1 year) Full-Time Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Foxton, Cambridge
Start date: Immediate Start

About our School

Selwyn Hall School is a new SEN school in Foxton, South West of Cambridge, which provides specialist education for 7-18 year olds with social, emotional, and mental health dif.

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Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

We take the quality of our education just as seriously as our care – which we deliver in safe, nurturing settings tailor-made for children & young people facing a variety of challenges.

We’re looking for an outstanding Education Officer/Teaching Assistant to join our team at Cygnet Bury Forestwood School. 

Joining us on a full time, 37.5hr per week basis term time only you will work 5 days per week, 8am - 4pm.

As this is a split role your working week will consist of 3 days as a Education officer and 2 days as a Teaching Assistant supporting the young people within our setting. 

We are also looking for for the successful applicant to carry the responsiblility of our exams thus incurring an additional payment of £1500pa TLR.

You’ll reap the rewards of making a difference to young people’s lives in a caring, forward-thinking environment.  

Inspiring, supporting & ensuring students in our care get the best education – it’s a challenging, satisfying vocation.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if you’re passionate about helping young people achieve their potential, we want to hear from you. 

Cygnet Forestwood School:

Forestwood School is the specialist provider of education for all young people admitted to Cygnet Bury Forestwood. Learning happens in a dedicated school unit which includes an ICT suite, library and quiet room. Teaching is provided by a team of subject specialists and experienced classroom support assistants.

Your Day-to-Day…

• Induct new students & support students in periods of transition 
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to promote & ensure students’ wellbeing 
• Liaise with external agencies & the local community where appropriate 
• Support colleagues with information & advice
• Provide moral guidance to students & act as a role model & mentor
• Develop reintegration plans & support students’ reintegration after discharge.

You are… 

• Experienced in working with children & young people
• Knowledgeable about health & safety, safeguarding & the education system
• An excellent people person with both adults & children
• A good written & verbal communicator, & an effective team player 
• Committed to high standards & continuous improvement
• Organised & able to prioritise work & meet deadlines
• The holder of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English & Maths at grade C or above.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Strong career progression opportunities into management roles 
• Reflective practice & CPD opportunities
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee referral scheme 
• Pension scheme
• “Cycle to work” scheme and employee discount savings.

Safeguarding is of the utmost importance at Cygnet and we follow safer recruitment practice, including taking up references after shortlisting and before interviewing. Cygnet has a proven commitment to equality of opportunity and actively promotes the welfare and safeguarding of young people.

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Ready to make a positive change? 

We do encourage informal calls and visits to the service, please do contact our Head Teacher, Wendy who would be happy to arrange:

Alternatively you can click on the ‘apply now’ link below.

Join us!

In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

About Us

Join our success:

• Judged ‘Outstanding’ in all categories by Ofsted (Feb 2023), more information here:
• Progress 8 scores of +1.10 & +0.91 in our first two sets of GCSE results (2023 and 2024)
• Hugely oversubscribed in both Year 7 and Year 12, the ‘Comprehensive of Choice’ in a borough with several grammar schools.

We believe that a happy and settled staff body helps drive the very best performance from our students. We are committed to a high-quality professional development programme and can draw on expertise from across the Harris Federation. As a HASU member of staff at any level you will receive the training and support that you need to carry out your role effectively and develop at a pace that suits you.

We are committed to ensuring that our staff have the right level of balance between work and home life. Our policies and procedures are aimed at allowing our teaching staff to spend as much time as possible planning and delivering lessons. We work in an award-winning building with excellent facilities.

We run a broad and diverse curriculum to a fully comprehensive intake of students.

Our focus on the core value of Integrity means that our behaviour is excellent, with staff supported by a strong and highly visible Academy Leadership Group. Detentions are run centrally, allowing teaching staff to do what they do best: plan and teach amazing lessons.

Attendance and engagement with learning is high, and centrally planned tutor time resources ensure that our tutors can engage with students whilst delivering high-quality experiences.

We are located in Sutton, with good public transport and road links. Central London (Clapham, Victoria) is 25 minutes away. Belmont station is just an 8-minute walk and Sutton station a 12-minute walk. We are on the Surrey border so journeys do not take long in fact journeys from Kent only take just over 30 minutes by car. We have safe and secure onsite parking with electric charging points.

Other benefits of working for us

• Regular dialogue about workload and how to manage it effectively
• Protected time for examiners
• Internal promotion and progression opportunities
• Staff CPD breakfasts
• Harris subject networks
• Clear communication and manageable deadlines
• High-quality staff induction programme
• Regular recognition and celebration of staff excellence
• Free on-site parking
• Exemplary student behaviour
• All SLT teach
• Fully centralised behaviour system including rapid and effective support with any student behavioural issues

Summary

Harris Academy Sutton is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups of students to enable access to learning, contributing to the development and maintenance of a purposeful, nurturing learning environment.

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and supporting identified students, in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring their safety and access to learning
• Assisting in the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies, working with the teacher to ensure the provision supports each identified student’s learning needs
• Assisting in evaluating identified students’ progress through agreed assessment activities
• Providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on students’ achievement, progress and needs
• Leading small group sessions and interventions as appropriate
• Attending to the students’ personal needs where required
• Supporting with behaviour management, using appropriate strategies in line with academy policy
• Contributing to creating a purposeful and supportive learning environment
• Undertaking structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes as appropriate, adjusting activities to ensure achievement of learning goals

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Qualifications to degree level or equivalent
• Some knowledge of strategies in working with young people with challenging behaviours
• Knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
• Experience of working directly with young people in an education or training environment, supporting the learning of students.
• Experience of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, at all levels.
• Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload.

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits  on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

Next Steps

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website. 

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Are you an innovative Teaching Assistant committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people?

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant for our New Options School - Riseley Green School in Riseley, Berkshire. The school has capacity for 60 pupils ages 4-16 years old and opened in May 2025.

Our New Options School will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.

• Title: Teaching Assistant
• Location: Riseley Green School, Riseley, Reading, Berkshire RG7 1QF
• Salary: £20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata )
• Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Start Date: December 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Through your knowledge and passion, you will have a real impact on the lives of pupils and young people.

About the Role

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pupils and young people? Join our dedicated team and enjoy a rewarding career where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, support, and empower.

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistants to help create supportive, enriching learning environments where pupils with autism (ASC) and complex needs can thrive and exceed expectations.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the classroom and beyond, helping pupils to unlock their full potential. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils’ learning journeys through tailored classroom activities and one-to-one engagement.
• Preparing learning materials and assisting in lesson delivery.
• Promoting wellbeing, helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Assisting with outdoor learning experiences and off-site activities.
• Collaborating with teachers and other professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support.

You’ll be working closely with pupils who require additional care and attention, and your ability to build trust and provide stability will be key to their success.

Who we are looking for

We welcome applicants who are:

• Adaptable – ready to support in various classroom settings and outdoor environments.
• Empathetic and patient – able to respond to individual needs with care and understanding.
• Team players – enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and learning collaboratively.
• Committed to safeguarding – ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

Experience working with children or young people with autism and complex needs is desirable but not essential.

About Us

Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school for autistic young people aged 4 to 16 years.

Situated on the outskirts of Reading, Berkshire, the school provides a distinctive blend of education and support tailored to a diverse range of pupil needs and abilities. Riseley Green School opened in May 2025 and has a capacity for 60 pupils. The school caters to pupils with autism (ASC) and complex needs, offering a nurturing and structured environment where each child can thrive.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are a leading provider of specialist education, delivering innovative approaches that produce measurable outcomes for neurodivergent young people and young adults.

We are proud to share that in 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running, reflecting our commitment to supporting and valuing all members of our staff team.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Specialist School
Location: Meldreth, Cambridgeshire/ Hertfordshire
Salary: £12.37 - £3.49 per hour ( 2,102.72 - 4,103.93 actual salary) depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: Full time - 40 hrs per week, Mon - Fri. Term time only

We are currently seekingTeaching Assistants to join a specialist school supporting complex learning difficulties, often associa.

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Blackstone Recruitment are working with an SEN School based in Royston who are looking to recruit Temp Term-time only Teaching Assistants.

Job Title - Teaching Assistants

Hours - 40 hours per week, 8.30 - 15.30 - 16.00

Students - Aged 6-19, PMLD, ASD, Learning Difficulties

Contract - Term time only, ongoing contract. Opportunity to transfer into permanent employment

Day rate - £120 Umbrella

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SEN TA, Fordham, Cambridge. Full-Time, Ongoing, ASAP start.

*** SEN TA Fordham, Cambridge

*** SEN TA Full-Time, Ongoing

*** SEN TA ASAP Start

*** SEN TA £100-£120 per day

Are you an experienced SEN TA?

Are you a SEN TA looking for a new challenge?

Do you have experience working with students with ASD/SEMH?

If you answered yes to the above, then this SEN TA role is for you!

The Role - SEN TA

This school is looking for a SEN TA who can join the team and bring a strong work ethic to the workplace and someone who can work independently and in a team. This is a full-time, ongoing role starting ASAP. The right candidate will have experience working with students with ASD/SEMH.

The School - SEN TA

The school is in Fordham, Cambridge. This school is known to have a keen and positive environment for both TAs and students. The students at this school have ASD/SEMH.

Apply for this SEN TA role or contact Danny at TLTP for more information!

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant Looking for flexible work where you can still make a difference?

At Teaching Tomorrow, we work with schools across Bedfordshire, supporting them with their Teaching Assistant needs. We are currently working with schools across the Biggleswade and Sandy area on a variety of roles from daily cover to potential long term positions. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a valued part of a school community, supporting children’s development in a consistent, nurturing environment.

• Flexible supply and long-term teaching opportunities
• Competitive pay rates
• Supportive and friendly school environments
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support from Teaching Tomorrow

• Providing engaging and age-appropriate activities to support children’s learning and development.
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.
• Building strong relationships with children, parents, and nursery staff.
• Following nursery policies and safeguarding procedures to ensure children’s safety and well-being.
• Observing and recording children’s progress and sharing insights with the nursery team.

• Teaching Assistant experience
• Comfortable across the national UK curriculum
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of individual students

Teaching Tomorrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We offer payment via both Umbrella and PAYE Services.

Are you a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant  with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and feel confident every day?

We are working with a primary school in the Sandy area who are looking for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant  with SEND experience  for a long-term/temp-to-perm basis. This role is to start after half term on an ongoing/permanent basis.

• Competitive daily rates
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle and availability
• Opportunities for long-term placements and potential permanent roles
• Supportive and friendly school environments
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support from Teaching Tomorrow

• Supporting individual pupils or small groups with their learning
• Assisting teachers with classroom setup, resources, and activities
• Helping children feel safe, included, and confident in the classroom
• Working with SEN pupils, adapting support to meet their needs
• Being a calm, caring presence throughout the school day

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working with children in a primary or early years setting
• SEND Experience
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach
• The ability to build strong relationships with both children and staff
• A flexible attitude – happy to take on both short-term and long-term roles

Teaching Tomorrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We offer payment via both Umbrella and PAYE Services.