At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help students thrive in their learning journey.
- Company: Join a vibrant community at Trumpington Community College in Cambridge.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Engage in school events and collaborate with a dedicated team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for education and ability to support diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 23329 - 25351 £ per year.
Salary: £23,329-25,351 (actual salary term time only)
Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, term time only
Location: Trumpington Community College, Cambridge
Job Purpose
To support the classroom teacher to facilitate the active participation of children in the academic and social activities of the school.
Principal Accountabilities
- Support for children
- Carry out pre‑determined tasks to support pupil learning under the teacher’s direction.
- Establish and maintain supportive relationships with individual pupils or small groups.
- Provide learning support for children with special needs or where English is not their first language.
- Help with the care and support for pupils, including attending to emotional and/or physical care needs.
- Support inclusion in the classroom, ensuring all pupils feel involved with tasks and activities.
- Support for curriculum
- Support the school curriculum, including literacy and numeracy activities, under the teacher’s direction.
- Support the use of ICT in the curriculum.
- Support for teacher
- Complete records and contribute to reports on pupil progress and development.
- Provide information to help the class teacher plan appropriate work programmes.
- Help to prepare the learning environment for use.
- Undertake support activities for the teacher as required (e.g. photocopying, preparation of materials, mounting displays).
- Contribute to the management of pupil behaviour and take control of minor situations to allow the teacher to continue the lesson.
- Support for school
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and parents/carers.
- Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment.
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings.
- Provide support for school events (e.g. school plays, events).
General Accountabilities
- Be responsible for one’s own safety and not endanger that of colleagues/visitors to the workplace.
- Work in compliance with the Codes of Conduct, Regulations, and policies of the Cluster, and its commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding.
- Ensure that output and quality of work is of a high standard and complies with current legislation/standards.
Additional Information
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Should you be shortlisted you will be subject to an online check.
Teaching Assistant employer: Trumpington Community College
Trumpington Community College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Located in the vibrant city of Cambridge, the college offers competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and a strong commitment to the well-being of both employees and students. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and contribute to a collaborative educational community.
Contact Details:
Trumpington Community College Recruitment Team
