Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Tor School; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tor School, a Pupil Referral Unit, is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the team at Bradfield Way, Chard. The role is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave and is based on a 37-hour week during term time, with the start date as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will support KS3 pupils and work within a caring, collaborative school community. We welcome graduates and others who are passionate about helping young people reach their potential.

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (based at Bradfield Way, Chard)

Fixed Term Contract to cover Maternity Leave until October 2027

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only

Salary: Grade 12 (£25,635 actual pay per annum)

Start: As soon as possible

Are you creative, resilient and ready to work with some of the most interesting pupils the education system has to offer? Then Tor School is the school for you.

This is an exciting role and one that will enable the successful candidate to help our pupils be the best versions of themselves. We are seeking to appoint a highly effective individual and colleague who wishes to make a difference to the lives and opportunities of young people and join our successful, supportive and committed team.

Tor School is a special place to work. Joining Tor is like a family; we look out for each other, we are supportive of each other and you always feel part of a team that is there for you. It can be challenging but the feeling of being part of a body of people who will help you is quite special. We believe in people and their capacity; we look for the good. All people at Tor School, staff and pupils, are valued and invested in as part of our commitment to helping us all to better reach our potential.

We are keen to appoint the right person with the personal qualities that will make them a success at Tor School. Skills can be developed, but the passion to work with young people and the personal attributes are fundamental. Graduates are encouraged to apply and all experience is considered equally.

Tor School is Pupil Referral Unit based in Glastonbury, Yeovil and Chard. Tor School is committed to providing the best education possible for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in East Somerset.

The advertised vacancy is primarily based at our Bradfield Way, Chard, site, working with KS3 students.

Tor School provides a very supportive environment and we believe in high quality staff development. We subscribe to an education support package that supports staff s wellbeing.

Tor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks, including social media screening.

Closing Date: Midday on Monday 2nd November 2026