Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team small and friendly team

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Contract: Fixed term until 31/08/2026

Hours: 32.5 hour per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (including half an hour lunchtime cover)

Salary: ALT Grade D, £18,632 – £19,088 Annually (Actual)

Start date: September 2025

What we are looking for:

• A strong practitioner who can support of learning needs in the classroom – experience of key stage 1 and/or 1:1 SEND support is preferred
• A team player who can think creatively and demonstrate excellent communication skills
• Passionate about supporting children
• Has a desire to be involved in school improvement

We will offer you:

• Belonging to a compassionate and inclusive Trust who values you and the role you play
• A voice that counts
• The chance to make a difference to the lives of our children
• Be a part of a supportive and friendly team
• Vivup Benefit System
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme

For more information, please contact Debbie Rudwick (School Business Manager) on 01487 841868 or email office@earith.cambs.sch.uk

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees’ alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.