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Teaching Assistants

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Posting date: 29 April 2026
Salary: £18,000 to £26,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 May 2026
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: LOTUS RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: PermTAsCambridge

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Summary

Teaching Assistant – Permanent Positions (ASAP & September Starts)

Location: Cambridge (CB3 – applicants must be able to commute)
Contract: Full‑time, permanent
Start Dates: Immediate start available and September start options
Interviewing: Interviews taking place immediately

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a permanent, long‑term role in a specialist education setting that truly values its staff?

We are recruiting dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a well‑established specialist school supporting children and young people with additional needs, including autism and associated learning and communication needs. These are full‑time, permanent positions with both ASAP and September starts available.

About the Role
You will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to support pupils across a range of ages, helping them to engage with learning, develop independence and build confidence in a calm, structured environment.

Teaching Assistants will:

Support pupils in class, small groups and 1:1
Assist with personalised learning programmes aligned to individual needs
Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Help pupils develop communication, social and life skills
Act as a consistent, caring and reliable presence throughout the school day

Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates who:

Have existing experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or SEN Support
Are confident or willing to support pupils across a range of ages
Have experience with, or a strong interest in, autism and additional needs
Can commit to a full‑time role and are seeking long‑term stability
Are reliable, patient, resilient and passionate about inclusive education

Training & Support

Ongoing training and CPD provided
Support from experienced teachers, SEN professionals and leadership
Opportunities to develop specialist SEN skills within a permanent role

What’s on Offer

Permanent, full‑time positions
ASAP and September start dates
Structured induction and continual training
Supportive and collaborative staff team
A rewarding role making a genuine difference to young people’s lives

Essential Requirements

Ability to commute to the CB3 area
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one at a cost of £65)
Availability for full‑time work

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a permanent opportunity within specialist education, apply now. Interviews are taking place immediately.
Submit your CV to be considered.

Leanne Wilson is the contact for this role

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