Teaching Assistant

Bream Church of England Primary School; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Bream Church of England Primary School in Kingswood is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning journey. You will assist in delivering engaging lessons, provide one-to-one and small group support, and help create a positive, inclusive classroom with the staff team at Severn Federation Academy Trust.

The ideal candidate will have strong numeracy and literacy, a sound understanding of phonics, and the ability to support progress and social development while

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Sound understanding of teaching phonics.
• Effectively supports children’s learning and progress.
• Promotes positive behaviour management strategies.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team.
• Communicates effectively with both children and adults.
• Is committed to the Christian ethos of our school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children’s social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Phonics

Learning support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Teamwork

Communication

Christian ethos

Job description

Job details:

Job title: Teaching Assistant (TA).

Salary: Grade 5

Hours: 20 hours per week. Monday to Friday (4 hours per day).

Contract type: Part-time, fixed-term until 31st August 2027.

Reporting to: Headteacher.

Location: Bream C of E Primary School in the first instance. The appointment is to Severn Federation Academy Trust and you could be required to work in any school in the Trust.

Start Date: ASAP.

About Us:

Bream Church of England Primary School is a warm, inclusive community rooted in Christian values, where every child is nurtured to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. We are proud of our caring ethos and commitment to helping children grow into confident, compassionate individuals. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a safe and inspiring learning environment, guided by values such as Trust, Friendship, Respect, Forgiveness, Courage, and Truthfulness. At Bream C of E, we believe in nurturing the unique strengths and talents of every child—and every team member plays a vital role in that mission.

The Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning journey.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children’s social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, family-like school community.
• Opportunities to collaborate across the Severn Federation Academy Trust.
• Enthusiastic, curious children who love to learn.
• A creative and engaging curriculum.
• High-quality professional development.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Access to the latest resources and technology.
• A safe, happy, and caring environment where everyone can flourish.

About You:

• Demonstrates strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Has a sound understanding of teaching phonics.
• Effectively supports children’s learning and progress.
• Promotes positive behaviour management strategies.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team.
• Communicates effectively with both children and adults.
• Is committed to the Christian ethos of our school.

Severn Federation Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.