Level 1 Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

Cabot Learning Federation; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Wallscourt Farm Academy is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 1 on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. You will work 20 hours per week during term time, supporting pupils in class, small groups and 1:1 settings.

The role involves leading interventions and helping pupils with SEND to access the curriculum. We value individuals who are proactive, patient and team-oriented, with a passion for inclusion and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Commitment to inclusion and supporting every child to succeed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom, small groups and 1:1 sessions.
• Deliver planned learning activities and targeted interventions.
• Lead interventions and support pupils with SEND needs.
• Contribute to creating positive learning experiences and improving pupil outcomes.

Skills

Inclusion champion

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4) or equivalent

Job description

# Level 1 Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term ContractEmployer: Wallscourt Farm AcademyLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part Time, Term TimeContract Length: Fixed until 31/08/2027Salary: £12,403 - £13,519Posted: 30th October 2026Expires: 15th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 4th January 2027Job ID: 1581988Job Reference: 44049* Share :* Print**Job Title:**Teaching Assistant – Level 1**Actual Annual Salary:**£12,403 - £13,519 Based on hours and weeks worked**Full Time Equivalent Salary:** £26,798 - £29,208 (CLF Grade B) Based on full time hours, all year round.**Contract Type:**Fixed Term Contract**Contract Length:** Fixed until 31 August 2027**Hours:**20 hours per week - Part Time, Term Time Only plus Inset days**Additional information:**Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day.**Potential Start Date:**January 2027 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)**An opportunity to empower students to reach their full potential by delivering tailored support that enhances learning, engagement, and well-being.**We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 1 to join the team at Wallscourt Farm Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children to thrive both academically and personally within an inclusive and nurturing environment.The successful candidate will be equally comfortable working independently and as part of a strong, collaborative team that champions inclusion and believes every child can succeed. You will support children within the classroom, in small groups, and on a one-to-one basis, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs and ensuring all pupils can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.Working closely with teachers and other colleagues, you will support the educational, social, and emotional development of pupils through the delivery of planned learning activities and targeted interventions. You will take an active role in leading interventions, supporting learners with SEND needs, and helping to create positive learning experiences that promote engagement, confidence, wellbeing, and measurable improvements in pupil outcomes.This role is ideal for someone who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and who has a genuine passion for inclusion, personalised support, and helping every child succeed.**About You**We are looking for someone who:* Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed.* Can work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.* Has a genuine passion for improving the life chances of children and helping them reach their full potential.* Understands the role of a Teaching Assistant and how to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing within the classroom.* Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers.* Can engage and motivate children on a one-to-one basis and within small groups, using positive behaviour management strategies.* Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience and emotional intelligence when supporting children with a wide range of needs.* Is adaptable and confident in supporting pupils of different ages, abilities and developmental stages, including those with additional needs.* Has strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.* Is committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and promoting the welfare of children and young people.* Is reflective, open to feedback and committed to continuous professional development.* Holds GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent, and is willing to undertake relevant training and qualifications to support ongoing development.Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.**About Wallscourt Farm Academy:**Wallscourt Farm Academy is two-form entry primary school located in Stoke Gifford, on the outskirts of Bristol and South Gloucestershire.At Wallscourt Farm, we foster ambitious young people who are culturally aware and who contribute to society and the lives of others. We value tolerance, understanding, mutual respect, unique individuality and celebrate the unity that this makes as we come together as one learning community. We foster a multi-faith, socially diverse environment with an emphasis on common values and principles for life. These principles underpin everything that happens within and around the school and bind us as individuals within diverse communities that come together with one shared goal – to contribute positively to our own lives and to the lives of others.We hold high expectations for our learners and have crafted a curriculum that is progressive, well-sequenced, coherent, and inspiring.Wallscourt Farm also has a positive, passionate and ambitious staff team. We value the part that each and every staff member plays in achieving our vision. We work hard to make people feel welcome and included and have created our own staff culture tree cookies.**Why work at CLF?**We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters. Over 41% of the pupils who attend Wallscourt Farm Academy are from global majority groups, so we particularly encourage applicants from those groups in order to represent the pupils we serve, as well as wider underrepresented groups including gender, transgender, age disability, sexual orientation or religion.We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.**What we can offer you:*** Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).* Generous annual leave.* A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.* Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.* Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.* A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.* Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!**Recruitment timeline:*** Closing Date: 15 November 2026 @11.59pm* Shortlisting date: 16 November 2026* Interviews: 24 November 2026We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.**Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.****We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.***As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.*### AttachmentsCLF Privacy NoticeCLF Safeguarding & Child Protection PolicyRecruitment, selection & disclosure policy & procedure (including employment of ex-offenders)Teaching Assistant Level 1 Job DescriptionTeaching Assistant Level 1 Person Specification### Safeguarding Statement:The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.All successful candidates will undergo a comprehensive pre-employment checking process, including an enhanced DBS check (including a further check against the appropriate barred list), references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, child disqualification (where applicable), prohibition from teaching/management and online checks. You must also tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.