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Teaching Assistant

High Needs Teaching Assistant (HNTA)

Thorpe Primary Academy · Peterborough · Peterborough

Job description

Thorpe Primary Academy (Peterborough, PE3)
Part time, Fixed term - 2 roles available (12.5 hrs and 13.75 hrs per week)
Salary: £8,273.56 to £10,203.11 (pro rata)

Thorpe Primary Academy is looking for two enthusiastic and dedicated High Needs Teaching Assistants to join our friendly team. Our school is set in a vibrant community with 456 pupils, and we are committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

About the roles:
These part-time, fixed-term positions will support pupils with a range of high needs, working closely with teachers, the SENDCo, and families to provide personalised learning and care. You will play a vital role in helping our pupils access the curriculum, develop their independence, and achieve their potential.

We are looking for:

  • Experience supporting children with high needs or SEND
  • A caring, patient, and flexible approach
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • A commitment to promoting inclusion and safeguarding

Why join Thorpe Primary Academy?

  • Supportive and welcoming staff team
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A positive and inclusive school culture
  • The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives

How to apply:
For more information and to request an application pack, please contact the school office or visit our website. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding statement:
Thorpe Primary Academy (Peterborough, PE3) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

Thorpe Primary Academy (Peterborough, PE3) is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

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About this school

Thorpe Primary Academy

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 3–11

Good
Pupils
495
Avg teacher salary
£44,767
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.5:1
Academy trust
KEYS ACADEMIES TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Peterborough, Peterborough, PE3 9UG

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Salary
£8,273.56 - £10,203.11 Annually (Actual) Grade 7 (Spine Point 12 to Spine Point 19) - £28597.75 to £32061.14
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
7 June 2026
Closing date
25 June 2026

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