Teaching assistant

Join Pendragon Community Primary & Pre-School as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant and help our children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

We are looking for a patient, proactive and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team in Papworth Everard, supporting children with additional needs, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Working closely with class teachers, our SENDCo and pastoral colleagues, you will support learning in class, deliver targeted activities for individuals and small groups, and promote positive behaviour and wellbeing. You will help adapt resources, encourage independence and share observations about children’s progress.

You will need experience working with children, ideally in a primary or early years setting, and supporting children with additional needs. A flexible approach, strong communication skills and a commitment to inclusion are essential.

In return, we offer a supportive team and opportunities to develop your skills in a school where every child’s sense of belonging and success matters.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Tours of the school are very welcome, please contact the office to arrange this.

How to Apply

If having read the advertisement, job description and person specification, you are motivated to apply for this position please submit your application (use the application form below) and personal statement via the school office email address: office@pendragon.cambs.sch.uk.

• Please complete all sections of the application form.

• Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

Your personal statement should outline your previous experience and how this makes you a suitable candidate for the position for which you are applying referencing the Person specification.

If you have any questions, please contact the office team via office@pendragon.cambs.sch.uk.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Pendragon Community 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 successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).