Teaching Assistant / Play worker

Thomas Deacon Education Trust • Part-time • Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England • £16,758.32 - £17,848.93 / year • 3d ago

Teaching Assistant/Play worker

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 28.75 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week)

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.15pm (including 2.5 hours per week as a Play Worker)

Salary: Pathway 2, Points 4 – 8, £16,758.32 - £17,848.93 (FTE £25,185 - £26,824) per annum

Site: Warboys Primary Academy

Closing date: 10th November 2025

Start date: ASAP

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives?

Do you have a knack for supporting young learners and fostering a positive environment?

If so, they would welcome you to apply to be a Teaching Assistant/Play Worker at Warboys Primary Academy

Your role:

As a Teaching Assistant at Warboys Primary Academy, you will play a crucial role in supporting the classroom teacher and helping pupils achieve their full potential. Your responsibilities will include assisting individual students, particularly those with special needs, to access learning activities, promoting good behaviour, and preparing classroom materials. Additionally, you will work 2.5 hours per week as a Play Worker, ensuring a safe and engaging play environment for their pupils. They are looking for someone with a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English, a Teaching Assistant qualification, and a willingness to undertake first aid training. Experience across primary phase or a willingness to work across all year groups is essential.

About them:

Warboys Primary Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school where every member of their team is dedicated to providing the best educational experience for their pupils. They pride ourselves on their supportive and collaborative environment, where staff are encouraged to engage in professional development and contribute to the positive ethos of the academy. Join them and be part of a community that values creativity, leadership, and the safeguarding of all students.

Why work for them?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.”

At TDET, 95% of their new employees highly rate their induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of their dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to their 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Thomas Deacon Education Trust , please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146929/EDV-2025-WPA-54944

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, they are committed to equality of opportunity for all. They welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join them in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

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