Teaching Assistant

The John of Gaunt School; Bath; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, starting 01 December 2026. You will work under SENDCo guidance, provide individual and small-group support, adapt activities and promote positive behaviour.

You will assist with literacy, numeracy and study skills, monitor progress, deliver targeted interventions and support wellbeing. A strong commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality is essential.

Job description

The working hours for this role are expected to be30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. The start date for this role is 01 December 2026.

Working under the direction of the SENDCo and teaching staff, the Teaching Assistant will play a key role in supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential. The role involves providing individual, small-group and classroom support, adapting learning activities as required and promoting positive behaviour, confidence and resilience. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the SEND team to monitor progress, deliver targeted interventions and support students' wellbeing and engagement in school life. They will build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues while contributing to an inclusive, supportive and aspirational learning environment. The post holder will also assist with literacy, numeracy and study skills development, helping students overcome barriers to learning and make sustained progress. A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and student welfare is essential, alongside the ability to maintain professional relationships and confidentiality. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping every student thrive both academically and personally. As a member of staff within our Trust, you will contribute to a collaborative working environment and play a key role in supporting the learning and development of all pupils.

For a complete Job Description, Person Specification, and Candidate Briefing Pack, please view the attached documents. We recommend viewing these documents as they will guide you in preparing a strong application and help you understand whatwe’relooking for in an ideal candidate.

About EQUA Mead Learning Trust

EQUA Mead Learning Trust is a leading educational institution based in Wiltshire. Dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Members of staff across EQUA Mead will be committed to improving the life chances of the pupils we educate and ensure we give Every Child, Every Chance. As a growing Trust, currently educating almost 6000 pupils across 22 different schools (pre-school, primary, secondary, and sixth form) we are immensely proud of our staff and endeavour to be an employer of choice. This is an exciting time as we continue to grow the number of schools and children we support.

This role will involve contact with children, and the post holder will be engaged in regulated activity relevant to children and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

We will only submit a DBS application to the relevant disclosure service when a position is accepted.