Casual Cover Teaching Assistant


Company:	The Perse School
Salary:	£15.06 to £20.88 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Cambridge, CB1 7TD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

The Perse Pelican School is looking for an experienced Casual Cover Teaching Assistant to join the Pelican Team. The Cover Teaching Assistant will be expected to work alongside teachers and teaching assistants across the Pelican from Nursery (3-4 years old) to Year 2. They will assist in the classroom, working with groups of children and offering support to individual pupils as directed. They may also be expected to work in our before and/or after school club (Larks and Owls) from 8am to 5.30pm. The Cover Teaching Assistant may be given considerable notice of cover required for courses or pre-planned absence, or may be called upon at short notice for staff illness.

This is a casual cover position and so there are no normal hours of work. As a casual member of staff, requirements for your services will depend upon a varying level of demand for the particular activity.

The Perse School Cambridge is one of the country’s leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18.

Our aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means we strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated.

At Pelican School, we are committed to fostering a nurturing, inclusive and child-centred environment where every child feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Our approach prioritises emotional well-being, resilience, recognising the importance of early intervention and strong partnerships with families and staff.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/

Closing date: Wednesday 7th October at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding our pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children, or who are otherwise unsuited to work with them. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.

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