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Teaching Assistant

Ramsey Manor Lower School · Bedford · Central Bedfordshire

Job description

Teaching Assistant Vacancy
Join Our Outstanding Lower School Team!

Vision: Aspire, Achieve, Excel

We are thrilled to invite applications for the role of Teaching Assistant at our vibrant and dynamic lower school. Following our recent Ofsted inspection in September 2024, we are proud to have achieved Outstanding judgements in Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development, with a Good rating in all other areas. Our school is a brilliant place to work, offering a nurturing, supportive, and forward-thinking environment for both staff and pupils.

At our school, we believe in aspiring for greatness, achieving excellence, and excelling in everything we do—and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision.

We are seeking a passionate and committed Teaching Assistant who:

  • Has a genuine enthusiasm for supporting children’s development, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
  • Is proactive, patient, and adaptable, with a can-do attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile for our pupils.
  • Is a team player who values collaboration and is eager to contribute to our school’s success.
  • Has excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
  • Is reflective and keen to develop their skills further through our strong focus on professional development.

What We Offer

  • A thriving school community with a warm, welcoming culture.
  • Dedicated professional development, including bespoke CPD opportunities, and regular teaching assistant conferences.
  • A research-informed approach to teaching and learning.
  • The chance to work alongside an exceptional team of staff who are passionate, supportive, and driven to make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting children’s learning in the classroom and through small group or one-to-one interventions.
  • Assisting teachers in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and fostering an environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
  • Helping children develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning.

If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a school that is aspiring, achieving, and excelling, we would love to hear from you!

Hours of work are:

Monday-Friday 8.30-3.30

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed

Ramsey Manor Lower School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Online checks will be completed in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Apply now

Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Ramsey Manor Lower School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–9

Not rated
Pupils
275
Avg teacher salary
£47,025
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.4:1
Academy trust
THE PYRAMID SCHOOLS 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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Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 4NS

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Salary
£18,629.00 Annually (Actual) Level 2A Point 3 - term time only plus 5 days inset
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
3 September 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026

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