Teaching Assistant

  • Caretech
  • Yeovil, Somerset
  • Dec 22, 2025
Full time Education

Job Description

Role: Teaching Assistant

Location: Lufton College, Yeovil, Somerset

Salary: £22,585.44 - Term Time Only

Hours: 40 per week

Make a Difference Every Day

At Cambian Lufton College, we are looking for a Teaching Assistant who shares our vision, who is passionate about education and committed to fostering independence and a passion for lifelong learning. Working as part of a committed team, we need someone who can cater for the diverse needs of our students.

What You'll Do

Support the delivery of the curriculum, by supporting a specific curriculum area and TutorProvide in session support to engage and progress learning for students as a support for the Tutor1:1 support in the specified curriculum area, supporting the Tutor with resources, session delivery and planning.

You Should Be

Friendly, positive. Empowering, innovative and person-centered in your approach.Passionate about improving the lives of othersEngaging, enthusiastic and inspirationalPositive and consistent role model to othersA creative thinker and implementerAn excellent communicator and team playerSeeking career development and trainingLooking to develop expertise in special educational needs and Autism.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive rate of payApprenticeship opportunitiesCareer Development: Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5) and internal promotion opportunities5.6 weeks paid annual leave (7.4 weeks unpaid for term time employees)Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 yearsSupport: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech FoundationWork with a supportive teamLong service awards

Your Next Steps

Join us in transforming lives. Apply now and make a real difference every day.

Safeguarding Statement

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.