*This post for internal applicants only of Active Learning Trust
Location: Highfield Littleport Academy, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday 8.30am to 4.00pm, Tuesday to Friday 8.40am to 3.30pm (32.5 hours, 39 weeks)
Salary: ALT Grade E Actual Salary £20,353.69 - £21,176.57 plus retention allowance £2882.08 - £2998.60
Make a lasting difference through learning, inclusion and care.We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant who shares our belief that every child deserves the support, encouragement and opportunities needed to succeed. This role offers the chance to work at the heart of school life, delivering targeted learning support, helping pupils overcome barriers to education and contributing to both academic progress and personal development. We are looking for someone with strong specialist knowledge, a collaborative approach and high expectations for all learners, who will help create a positive, nurturing environment where children and young people can grow in confidence, develop independence and achieve their potential.
Summary of Key Responsibilities- Deliver and adapt learning activities for individuals and groups under the direction of the teacher.
- Provide specialist support for learners with additional needs and contribute to individual support plans and interventions.
- Monitor, assess and record learner progress, providing evidence of achievement and development.
- Support pupils' personal, social, emotional and medical needs, promoting wellbeing, independence and positive behaviour.
- Build effective relationships with families, colleagues and external professionals to support positive outcomes for learners
Why Join Our Trust?- Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
- Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
- Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme.
ContactIf you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Pippa Edwards, Business Manager at: pedwards@highfield.cambs.sch.uk
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 4 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.