Teaching Assistant

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £20,211.00 - £20,859.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Level 3A (points 5-7), from £20,211 to £20,859 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £26,427 to £27,274).

Teaching Assistant job summary

TEACHING ASSISTANT

REQUIRED ASAP

NJC Level 3A (points 5-7), from £20,211 to £20,859 per annum for 32.5 hours per week term-time, plus 32.5 hours to be worked outside term-time (based on full-time salary of £26,427 to £27,274).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong, collaborative team in a growing and thriving academy with a clear vision and ambitious standards for our students.

“Students at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all students to become ‘world ready citizens’”

“Students are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well and move around the school calmly. They respect themselves and others”.

OFSTED January 2024.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting vulnerable students both inside the classroom and through tailored 1:1 or small-group support.

We are seeking a committed, resourceful, and flexible individual who thrives as part of a team while demonstrating strong initiative skills, strong communication skills and a compassionate approach.

Whilst previous experience is preferable but not essential, we would be particularly interested in candidates with relevant experience supporting young people with special educational needs, including ASD and ADHD, within a school or childcare setting. This exciting role offers excellent prospects for career progression, training and pathways into teaching and would particularly suit graduates, returners to work and those looking for new opportunities.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Helen O’Connell, Finance & HR Manager on 01525 636717 or via email recruitment@vandyke.org.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd November 2026

Once we have received sufficient applications the vacancy may close, so if you are interested you are advised to apply immediately. If you are short-listed for interview, details will be sentto you via MyNewTerm. You are therefore advised to check your email on a regular basis.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Vandyke Upper School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1517 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Vandyke Upper School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

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