Teaching Assistant

Uplands School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts

Carefirst – counselling service

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Uplands School in Swindon is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work with students with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) aged 11–19, and autistic spectrum conditions. The role offers 32.5 hours per week, with full training provided.

We value resilience, reliability and a positive approach; you will join a friendly team, support pupils to engage in learning journeys, and contribute to a caring, inclusive environment within Brunel Academies Trust.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates unconditional positive regard for CYP with motivation to make a difference.
• Resilient, supportive and a reliable team player.
• Focused on enabling CYP by being solution focused.

Skills

Team player

Resilient

Solution focused

Supportive

Job description

Your Role

Uplands is a school for students with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) aged 11 – 19 years and/or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). Our students will often have additional complex needs.

We are in search of a Teaching Assistant who:

• Demonstrates an unconditional positive regard for our CYPIs motivated to make a differenceIs a resilient, supportive and a reliable team playerAnd is focused on enabling our CYP by being solution focused

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!

About Uplands

Uplands 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 children and young people within our SEND, CofE and mainstream schools.

What it’s like to work at Uplands

“The very special students and dedicated team members are what motivate me”. “Working here gives true perspective of how the small things in life for most people are a huge journey for our young people but helping and seeing them succeed makes you realise what we do every day can impact on someone not just for the school day, but for the rest of their lives”. “The internal feeling you will get from supporting the young people to help manage life will make all the hard work worth it”. “You reap what you sow. Not everything is achievable first time round, but with time, patience and perseverance, the rewards are endless”. “You know that you, as a team member, are proud to be part of that student’s journey and that has made a difference (however big or small)”. “With the support of Uplands I have been able to further my career and work in a really rewarding job”.

Interview: 21September2026 or as received

Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role. Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Experience: You can join us as an entry level Support Assistant or an experienced Teaching Assistant.

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

Benefits

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunitiesBrunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidaysCarefirst – 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 queriesExcellent pension schemeFree on-site parkingAnnual pay progression opportunitiesContinuous Service date honouredYou 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.

Internal applicants, please contact the Resourcing Team for an application form.

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.

Equality & Diversity

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.