Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Location: Cambridge and surrounding areasStart Date: September 2026Pay Rate: £14.24 - £15.00 per hour

Inspire Young Minds as a Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in a variety of welcoming primary schools across Cambridge from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to support learning.
• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Relevant education or childcare qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £14.24 - £15.00 per hour.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Local placements in Cambridge primary schools.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children's education.

Benefits:

• 24/7 access to a personal consultant who is an expert in Education recruitment
• Access to a huge range of teaching opportunities
• Competitive pay rates
• Support with payroll and timesheets
• Access to CPD courses
• Professional indemnity insurance, life/critical illness cover, personal accident cover, and a 24-hour legal and counselling helpline

If you are interested in discussing this Teaching role in further detail, please "APPLY NOW" to be contacted for a confidential conversation!