Empowering Teaching Assistant: Support Learning & Inclusion

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Staff wellbeing centre

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

You will work with teachers to raise learning outcomes, foster a positive learning environment, and support student welfare. The post is 37 hours per week, term-time plus INSET days and five Saturdays, with a fixed contract until 31 August 2027.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
• GCSE English and Maths (C or above).
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• Proactive, collaborative, and team oriented approach.
• Willingness to understand classroom roles and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and developing independence.
• Work closely with teachers to enhance student learning and attainment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Promote self-esteem, good behaviour, and engagement in lessons.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and other professionals to support student progress.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Literacy and numeracy

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

You will work with teachers to raise learning outcomes, foster a positive learning environment, and support student welfare. The post is 37 hours per week, term-time plus INSET days and five Saturdays, with a fixed contract until 31 August 2027.