L2 Teaching Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity to join our committed and enthusiastic team working in our Enhanced Resource Base (The Woodland) as well as in the main school. ‘The Woodland’ caters for 8-10 children with social communication difficulties where 100% mainstream provision is not appropriate. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our teacher led team as well as supporting in the main school. This will be a temporary 6 month contract (with potential to extend).

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience and/ or particular interest in the area of Autism;
• Have experience of working with children who may need adaptions to the way they work to achieve their full potential;
• Understand that some children may communicate through their behaviour;
• Have a ‘can do’ and ‘never give’ up attitude when working with vulnerable young people;
• Ability to promote both the academic progress and well-being of children;

In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer you:

• Lots of training and support!
• The opportunity to be part of something new and exciting;
• A friendly and supportive team;
• Children full of personality who will make you smile every day;
• Opportunities for collaborative working with wider school staff, including access to coaching and mentoring support;
• The support of a leadership team that is dedicated to improving life chances for every pupil;

Located in the village of Sutton, Cambridgeshire and just seven miles from the Cathedral City of Ely, we are on a journey to become the highly regarded, outstanding education providers our community deserves.

We have enthusiastic children, supportive parents and committed governors, as well as positive engagement with other local schools and the wider community. You will be part of a friendly, helpful, hardworking team where we STRIVE to enhance the life chances of all pupils in our care.

Sutton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please apply via MyNewTerm. CV applications will not be considered. Visits to the school are very welcome – please contact the school office.

Closing date: Monday 8th December 2025 (12.00 noon)
Interview date: Thursday 11th December 2025