Teaching Assistant (Level 1 /2) at Neale-Wade Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/NA/58594

Location

Wimblington Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 9PX

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£25,816.00 - £26,847.00 Annually (FTE)
ALT Grade C £18,669.64 - £18,814.28 FTE / ALT Grade D £18,964.70 - £19,415.24 Annually Actual

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

Midday, Wed 17th Jun, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

To be confirmed

Interview Date(s) To be confirmed

About this Role

Location: Neale Wade Academy, March, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 32 hours, 38 weeks (term time only)
Salary: ALT Grade C £18,669.64 - £18,814.28 FTE / ALT Grade D £18,964.70 - £19,415.24 Annually Actual
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join Neale-Wade Academy, working alongside teachers to create a supportive, inclusive classroom where all students can take an active part in learning and school life. This role is about more than support, it is about connection, encouragement and raising expectations, whether working with individuals or small groups, guiding behaviour, or helping learners build confidence and independence. We value people who are calm, adaptable and committed to making a difference, who can build positive relationships and contribute to a culture where every young person feels supported to achieve their best.
We are open to welcoming either a Level 1 or Level 2 Teaching Assistant, depending on experience and the strengths you bring to the role, ensuring the right person can make the greatest impact in our classrooms.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Support teaching and learning by working with individuals or small groups under the direction of the class teacher
Promote inclusion, engagement and positive behaviour so all learners can participate fully
Assist with preparing learning resources and maintaining an effective classroom environment
Support learners’ wellbeing, social development and, where needed, personal care
Contribute to assessment and record keeping by providing feedback on learner progress

Why Join Our Trust?

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 VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension.

Contact

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity and our Academy, then please contact Donna Spendelow, HR Recruitment Officer, at: DSpendelow@neale-wade.org

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.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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.