Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Chard)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Chard Town; Presencial; GBP 23 000 - 28 000; Tempo integral

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Tor School in Chard is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave until October 2027. The role is 37 hours per week, term-time only, based at Bradfield Way on the Chard site, working with KS3 pupils in a Pupil Referral Unit that serves East Somerset.

You will support learning, develop pupils' potential, and contribute to high-quality staff development in a supportive, safeguarding-focused environment; starting as soon as

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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 2 nd November 2026