Teaching Assistant - Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre

Glos; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Cheltenham Bournside School is seeking a Part-Time Teaching Assistant to join their Special Educational Needs Department. The role involves supporting students with SEND through various interventions and classroom support. Ideal candidates will have experience in Maths, English, or Science, and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with Special Educational Needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and subject leaders.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective operation of the SEND provision.
• Conduct 1:1 interventions and small group work.
• Provide classroom support as part of the SEND Team.

Skills

Experience supporting Maths

Experience supporting English

Experience supporting Science

Job description

School: Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre (Secondary)

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Warden Hill Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Salary: £17,264 - £18,388 per annum (pro rata), based on Grades E4-8 (Pay award pending)

Hours: Part Time (30.50 hours)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 06/06/2025

Interview Date: 13/06/2025

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Cheltenham Bournside School as a Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will work within our Special Educational Needs Department, supporting the effective operation of the SEND provision on a daily basis. Experience supporting Maths, English, or Science is especially desirable.

Teaching Assistants are vital to our SEND support and provision, working as part of the SEND Team led by the SENDCO and SEND Lead Practitioner. They collaborate closely with subject leaders and teachers in classrooms and departmental meetings to ensure students with SEND make excellent progress. Responsibilities include 1:1 interventions, small group work, and classroom support.

Additional Information

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application Process

Please apply via the school’s website by clicking on the link provided, navigating to 'School Information' and then 'Vacancies'.