Teaching Assistant

Brimble Hill School; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Brimble Hill School in Swindon is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff in planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for pupils. You will contribute to evaluating progress and provide feedback to teachers to ensure individual learning needs are met.

The role requires good communication, empathy with students, and the ability to work closely with the teaching team to deliver positive learning outcomes across whole-class and targeted support.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable
• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff
• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis
• Preparing resources to support learning activities
• Ensuring pupils are supported pastorally
• Contributing to evaluating student progress and providing feedback to the class teacher

Skills

GCSEs English & Maths

Communication skills

Empathy toward students

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Brimble Hill SchoolLocation: Swindon, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: B1 - B5Posted: 15th October 2026Expires: 1st November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1579747* Share :* PrintBrimble Hill School currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.**Job requirements*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths* Teaching Assistant qualification desirable* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students**Why join us?**As a Teaching Assistant within Brimble Hill School, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.### AttachmentsSafeguarding\\_policy\\_Brimble\\_Hill\\_september\\_2026\\_2027Brimble TA JD.PS Jan 24### 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.*Apply Now