Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School

Vacancy for a Full Time Teaching Assistant (Cambourne campus)

Required: September 2026

Closing date: 10^th July 2026

Interview Date: tbc

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

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

This is a fixed-term term-time only position, offering excellent work–life balance alongside meaningful and rewarding opportunities.

About the Role

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.

Why Join Us?

• 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 skills
• Outstanding professional development for all staff
• Ideal experience for those considering a career in teaching
• Term-time only working, supporting a healthy work–life balance

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• 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

Visits to the School

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.

Please note that the school may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.