Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Location:

Highfield Ely Academy, Ely, Cambridgeshire

Contract:

Full Time, Term Time (32.5 hours, 39 Weeks)
Working Pattern:
Monday 8.30am to 4.00pm, Tuesday to Friday 8.40am to 3.30pm
Salary: ALT Grade C Actual Salary £19,417.99 - £19,568.43 plus retention allowance

We are looking for three Teaching Assistant’s (Level
1) to join Highfield Ely Academy, working closely with teachers to support pupils’ learning, independence and wellbeing across the school day. This role centres on helping children engage, understand and succeed, whether through small-group support, encouraging positive behaviour or preparing a purposeful learning environment. It offers a varied and hands‑on contribution to classroom life, as well as the wider experience of pupils in and beyond lessons.

We value individuals who are reliable, attentive and committed to inclusion, who take pride in helping every child feel supported, confident and able to achieve.

• Support individuals and small groups in the classroom, helping pupils understand tasks and stay engaged
• Assist teachers with behaviour management, inclusion and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Prepare and organise learning resources, classroom displays and equipment
• Provide pastoral support, including helping with pupils’ wellbeing, independence and social development
• Contribute to supervision, educational visits and basic record-keeping, ensuring a safe and supportive setting

• 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 Viv Up employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pensions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development within the Active Learning Trust.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Pippa Edwards, Business Manager at: ped

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. 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.

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 6 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. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.