Teaching Assistant

Job description

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Papworth Hall School, Papworth Everard, CB23 3RD
Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to support young people with additional needs to achieve success, build confidence, and reach their full potential.
This is much more than a classroom support role. You'll become a trusted adult, providing encouragement, stability, and guidance while helping students overcome barriers to learning and develop the skills they need to thrive.
Every day brings new opportunities to make a genuine difference, whether that's supporting a breakthrough in learning, helping a student build confidence, or celebrating milestones that others may take for granted.
If you're patient, resilient, and passionate about improving outcomes for young people, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting students' learning, wellbeing, communication, and personal development.
Building positive relationships that help students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Working alongside teachers and other professionals to deliver engaging learning experiences.
Encouraging independence, resilience, and positive behaviour.
Delivering targeted support to help students overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
Creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student can succeed.
Who We're Looking For
GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
Experience working with children and young people, ideally within education, SEND, care, youth work, or support services.
Patient, resilient, and adaptable to individual needs.
Able to build positive relationships and inspire confidence in others.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English