Teaching Assistant

Olympus Academy Trust; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/WP

Free onsite parking

Coaching/Counselling services

Staff recognition and awards scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Patchway Community School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join our supportive school community. The role supports pupils in and out of the classroom, helping to create a positive learning environment and contributing to high quality learning.

The ideal candidate shows enthusiasm, patience and a willingness to learn, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, patient and committed to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing.
• Good communication skills and a genuine interest in education.
• Experience working with children or in a school setting is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Working with small groups or individual pupils to help them progress.
• Assisting with planning, resources and classroom organisation.
• Contributing to assessment by observing and recording pupil progress.
• Supporting pupils with additional needs where required.

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Patchway Community SchoolLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 10 £27,709 - £29,071 per annumPosted: 15th October 2026Expires: 3rd November 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1579883* Share :* Print**Patchway Community School****Role:** Teaching Assistant**Contract:**Temporary, Term Time Only plus INSET days**Start Date:** ASAP until 31st August 2027**Hours:**32.5 hours per week**Salary:** Grade 10 £27,709 - £29,071 per annum (£20,934 - £21,963 pro rata)We are looking for a caring, motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and friendly school community.This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about helping children thrive, supporting high quality learning, and making a meaningful impact every day.**About the Role**As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom. You will help create a positive learning environment, provide targeted support where needed, and contribute to the wider life of the school.We are looking for someone who:• Is enthusiastic, patient and committed to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing.• Builds positive relationships with children, staff and families.• Can work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.• Shows initiative, flexibility and a willingness to learn.• Has good communication skills and a genuine interest in education.• Experience working with children or in a school setting is desirable, but not essential.**Key Responsibilities:**• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.• Working with small groups or individual pupils to help them progress.• Assisting with planning, resources and classroom organisation.• Contributing to assessment by observing and recording pupil progress.• Supporting pupils with additional needs where required.This is a temporary post until 31st August 2027 with the possibility of extension if funding remains.Further details and full job description can be found in the attached application pack.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** 9:00 am Tuesday 3rd November 2026**Date of Interviews:** TBCThe Olympus Academy Trust – Patchway Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in ApplicationsWe recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.