Teaching Assistant

Hardenhuish School; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Hardenhuish School in Chippenham seeks a Teaching Assistant to join its committed team. The role is 28.75 hours per week during term time, graded at E, spinal points 6 to 8, with a pro rata salary of £25,989 to £26,824.

Applicants must hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics, be proficient in ICT, and have experience of working with children. The school emphasises safeguarding with enhanced DBS clearance and a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics are required.
• Proficiency in ICT is required.
• Experience of working with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with classroom activities and pupil support.
• Support learning in English and Mathematics as needed.
• Safeguard pupils and comply with DBS clearance requirements.

Skills

ICT proficiency

Experience with children

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Mathematics

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Grade E, spinal point 6 to 8

(£25,989 to £26,824 pro rata pay award pending)

Hardenhuish School is an 11-18 co-educational comprehensive school set within the magnificent parkland of the former Hardenhuish Manor and Chippenham Grammar School. Exam results are consistently above the national average. At Hardenhuish, we place children at the centre of everything we do. We believe in a strong partnership between school, home and the individual, ensuring that every young person is 'inspired to learn, supported to succeed'.

We are seeking to expand our committed team of Teaching Assistants. Successful candidates will be required to hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics, be proficient in ICT, and have experience of working with children.

This position is for 28.75 hours per week, term time only.

Closing date: 8.30am Monday 14th September 2026

Hardenhuish School is an equal opportunities employer and requires enhanced DBS clearance as part of its commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.