Teaching Assistant — SEND Support & Classroom Collaboration, Cambridge

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

Vacancies for Full Time Teaching Assistants (both campuses)

Required: September 2026

Closing date: 5th June 2026

Interview Date: 9th June 2026

New Spine Point 5 - Term Time only (FTE £25,583, Actual £19,800)

Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School is seeking enthusiastic and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our welcoming and inclusive school community.

These are term-time only positions, offering excellent work-life balance alongside meaningful and rewarding opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ learning and progress. You will:

• Provide one-to-one and group support to pupils
• Work alongside teachers to deliver high-quality teaching and learning
• Adapt resources to meet individual needs
• Develop creative and engaging approaches to learning
• Support children with a range of needs, including SEND

You will be part of a supportive and dedicated team, working closely with our Teaching Assistants and SENDCo to ensure every child achieves their full potential.

• A rewarding role where you can truly impact children’s lives
• A fun, dynamic and creative working environment
• Opportunities to use and develop a wide range of skillsOutstanding professional development for all staff
• Ideal experience for those considering a career in teaching
• Term-time only working, supporting a healthy work-life balance

• Hold GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above)
• Have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or be willing to work towards it)
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or behavioural needs
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and work effectively as part of a team
• Be adaptable, proactive and resourceful
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school to gain a full understanding of our unique setting and ethos. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit — we would be delighted to welcome you.

Hardwick and Cambourne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children in our care. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. In our school we create a culture of safeguarding vigilance which is the responsibility of all staff.