Teaching Assistant - Fixed term (Y2 child)

Great Abington Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21 6AE

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  24 March 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: 08:30 - 15:15, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - April 2025 to August 2025
• Pay scale: Level 2, Scale depending on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

• establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
• encourage pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions to stretch and challenge themselves
• demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils

Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

• be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and build on these
• guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of pupils and how this impacts on their learning

Demonstrate good curriculum knowledge

• have knowledge of the relevant curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest and address misunderstandings
• demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics
• demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching approaches

Support the planning and teaching of well structured lessons

• contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum
• impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of time
• promote a love of learning and children’s curiosity
• support out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired

Adapt support to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils

• have an understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
• demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to support pupils’ education at different stages of development
• have an understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs

To support the making of accurate and productive assessments

• understand how to support the assessment of the curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements
• support the use of formative and summative assessments to enable pupils to progress

Support the management of behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

• support rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school
• have high expectations of behaviour
• manage pupils effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs
• maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary

Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

• make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
• develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
• communicate effectively with parents / carers and other professionals

Demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct

• maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school
• treat pupils with dignity and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a professional position
• have regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions
• show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others
• respecting fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
• ensure that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.
• have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they work, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.
• have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities
• Recent, relevant experience as a teaching assistant within a Primary phase classroom
• Recent, relevant experience working with pupils that require nurture and support to enable them to thrive within a mainstream school
• Phonics and early reading knowledge
• Experience of working effectively in a team
• Experience of working within a structured behaviour management programme
• Understanding of what constitutes quality and high standards in learning
• Knowledge of inclusion and strategies for engaging all learners
• Understanding what constitutes appropriate and successful relationships with children
• Knowledge and understanding of Child protection within a Primary school setting
• High expectations of everyone
• Commitment to enquiry led learning
• Commitment to the personal welfare and safeguarding of children
• Knowledge of delivering and assessing within a phonics programme
• Using a positive approach to promote learning and behaviour
• Skills in observing and recording assessments
• Good interpersonal/communication skills
• Displays warmth, care and sensitivity in dealing with children
• Open minded and reflective
• Ability to work flexibly and prioritise
• Desire to continually develop and embrace new ideas
• Demonstrate a confidence to speak out when concerned about pupil outcomes
• Willingness to be involved in the wider life of the school

What the school offers its staff

What are the rewards:

• Responsive, curious children

• A supportive and dedicated staff team

• A supportive community

• A warm and welcoming working environment with a positive and caring ethos

• Provision for continuing professional development

• A successful, forward thinking school with opportunities for you to develop outdoor learning skills

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Great Abington Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to office@greatabington.school

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

GA TA PS March 2025.pdf - 292 KB (opens in new tab)

GA TA Advert March 2025.pdf - 389 KB (opens in new tab)

GA TA JD March 2025.pdf - 306 KB (opens in new tab)

About Great Abington Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 133 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Great Abington Primary School website
• Email address: office@greatabington.school
• Phone number: 01223 891362
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/great-abington-primary-school

The school has a maximum number of 140 children, split over 5 classes. This means we are skilled in teaching mixed age group classes and make the most of the opportunities this presents. Each year we are able to offer 20 places in Reception. Our Governing Body and Strategic Leadership team are committed to maintaining a discreet Year 6 class of no more than 20 pupils to ensure each pupil is properly prepared for the next stage of their education journey.

A special feature of our school is the engagement and support of our parent / carer body that is keen to be involved in all aspects of school life. This may be through our hard-working Parent, Teacher and Friends Association (PTFA) or by popping in to hear readers, or help with classroom jobs. Whenever possible we make use of the talents and expertise of parents and members of the local community.

As a small school we have established strong partnerships with Granta Park Science Park, Cambridge University, Teaching Schools and Alliances to ensure our capacity to improve pupil outcomes is maximised at all levels. We are a proud and active partner school within the local school cluster and are used by Cambridgeshire County Council as an example of good practice.

I am extremely proud to be the Head teacher of Great Abington Primary School. I am proud of our dedicated team of teachers, teaching assistants, governors, PTFA members and parent / carer body, who support and challenge on a daily basis to ensure pupil outcomes are as good as they can be for every individual. Most of all, I’m proud of our children, who continue to question, challenge and invigorate us on a daily basis! If you would like to come and look around for yourself, please contact the school office to make an appointment. I’d love you to see Great Abington School and the inspiring learning that takes place every day.

Guy Underwood

Headteacher | Great Abington Primary School

Arranging a visit to Great Abington Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@greatabington.school.

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