Teaching Assistant

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational trust is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students' learning and wellbeing in Bridgwater. This part-time role includes assisting in the classroom and promoting social inclusion. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience working with children. The position offers a supportive work environment and benefits including a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous local government pension scheme

High Street discounts

Staff Wellbeing centre

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Good level of literacy and numeracy required.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience is a must.
• Experience in an educational setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum.
• Assist in developing individual education plans.
• Provide feedback and contribute to progress records.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and parents.
• Support the use of ICT for lessons.

Skills

Good literacy and numeracy

Strong communication skills

ICT skills

Confidence and organizational skills

Experience working with children

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths

Relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Bridgwater College Academy

Working hours: 24 Hours per week (4 days), 39 weeks per year (term-time plus inset days

Bridgwater College Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This position comprises two distinct roles:

• Teaching Assistant: 22 hours per week, paid at Band 3, Point 3
• Midday Supervisory Assistant: 2 hours per week, paid at Band 2, Point 2

Please note that the Midday Supervisory Assistant role is contracted for 38 weeks per year (term-time only). This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting students’ learning and wellbeing in a dynamic educational environment.

Bridgwater College Academy is an all-through academy for students aged 3 to 16. The academy is part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.

About Us

We are a values-driven organisation where students come first. Our ethos is built on ambition, collaboration, and inclusivity, and we believe every role contributes to student success. We are committed to equality of opportunity and fostering a culture of respect and continuous learning.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and participating in learning activities.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individual education and behaviour plans.
• Provide feedback to pupils and contribute to progress records.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals.
• Support the use of ICT and help prepare resources for lessons.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Have a good level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths).
• Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) or have equivalent experience.
• Demonstrate strong communication and ICT skills.
• Are confident, well-organised, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Have experience working with children in an educational setting.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support the learning in the Primary classrooms on a part-time basis, working Tuesday to Friday.

Our employees benefit from a generous local government pension scheme plus an Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Monday 10th November 2025.

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.