Teaching Assistant

Exeter House Special School; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Salisbury is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team. The roles involve nurturing children with severe or profound learning difficulties. Candidates should be empathetic, adaptable, and enthusiastic about fostering positive learning environments. The position offers competitive benefits, including continuous professional development support and exclusive discounts. Flexibility in work hours is available, with opportunities for part-time arrangements.

Benefits

Support on continuous professional development

Exclusive discounts through Brunel Perks

Excellent pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Annual pay progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with severe or profound learning difficulties.
• Ability to support and nurture unique learning journeys for children.
• Commitment to positive, supportive interactions with children.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of children with complex needs.
• Foster a nurturing environment for unique learning journeys.
• Assist in daily activities and educational tasks.

Skills

Nurturing and empathetic

Great sense of humour

Adaptable team player

Patient

Job description

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Exeter House School is an all through Education Provision (EP) for children and young people (CYP) with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs. We are a supportive and nurturing community for CYP, aged 2 -19. Rated Good by Ofsted (Jun 23).

We are currently hiring two Teaching Assistants—one for our Pembroke Park (SP2 9LY) and one for our Somerset Road (SP1 3BL) site. Please indicate in your application which location you are applying for.

Key Qualities of a Teaching Assistant

• Are nurturing and empathetic
• Have a great sense of humour
• Are an adaptable, collaborative team player
• Are patient with a flair for celebrating the smallest of successes

If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team. Our children are unique and need positive, supportive and fun Teaching Assistants who understand that our learning journeys are a bit different and that’s great!

Exeter House School is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.

Note: Applicants will be considered and interviewed as received. Please also note that successful candidates may be required to work within the main site or at any of the school's satellite sites.

Hours: 31 hrs per week preferable, but part time will be considered for the right candidate and where this fits the school's needs.

8.30 am to 3.00 pm (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)

8.30 am to 4.00 pm (Wed – training 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm)

Includes 30min unpaid lunch break

Includes 13 induction training sessions on Tuesdays 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm arranged by agreement

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Interviews: w / c 08.12.2025 or as received

Please see the attached Job Descriptions for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of these roles.

Benefits

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities

Continuous Service date honoured

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

For any internal Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.

In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk or 0 1722 321201 or 0 1722 325018 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.