Teaching Assistant Rise

Garth Hill College; Stanford Dingley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym access

Bracknell Forest employee benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Job summary

Garth Hill College is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering high-quality teaching that fosters independence and progress for our learners, including pupils in Rise@GHC, the autism specialist provision. The role welcomes applicants with autism experience or those willing to train further.

The post is based on campus, with a strong induction, professional development, and DBS requirements. Closing date 28 September 2026; interviews on 6 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Mathematics at GCSE grade C or higher or equivalent.
• Experience of working with learners with autism or willingness to receive training.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers to deliver quality teaching and promote independence and progress for learners.
• Assist Rise@GHC learners, including autistic pupils, in activities and social skills development.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Autism support

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Mathematics

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a talented individual to the post of Senior Teaching Assistant. The role involves working with the teachers to deliver quality teaching that facilitates independence and progress for our young people. We would also be interested in applications from candidates who have had training or experience with manual handling, or who would be willing to receive training. Whilst we looking ideally for 27.5 hours per week, we would also consider applications from candidates looking for less hours. Rise@GHC is a specialist resource provision for learners with Autism. The centre is part of Garth Hill College but operates in dedicated buildings within a short walk/drive from our main site. NAS autism accreditation was awarded in 2024, in addition to achieving the silver award for school of the year in the Pride of Bracknell awards. Support enables autistic young people to take part in a range of activities which are purposeful and engaging and which promote their independence and emotional well-being together with their social communication skills (National Autistic Society Accreditation, July 2024). The successful candidates will have Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics (GCSE Grade C or higher or equivalent). Prospective candidates are asked to study the person specification and job description for the post carefully. We offer a positive, friendly and supportive atmosphere, a strong team ethos, a strong staff association and the very best programme of professional development together with opportunities for career development. Garth Hill is a friendly and supportive school with a strong team ethos, excellent facilities and an exceptional professional development programme with great opportunities for further career development.

• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Strong staff well-being culture and programme of events
• OFSTED 'good' (May 2019)
• Free use of on-site gym with rowing machines, cross-trainer, spin bikes and free weights.
• As a Bracknell Forest Local Authority school, staff also take advantage of Bracknell Forest employee benefits
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff

Garth Hill College is a happy and vibrant place of learning. We are proud to be a genuinely comprehensive school and offer a wide and diverse range of excellent opportunities, inside and outside the classroom, that we believe enable our young people to develop exceptionally well both academically and personally. Garth Hill College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices share this commitment.

This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children/young people/adults at risk. You will need to tell us about any spent convictions or cautions, which may later appear on your DBS Certificate. Should you have any queries please contact Mrs K Clarke at the College on or 01344 421122. CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 09H00 ON 28 SEPTEMBER 2026 INTERVIEWS ARE TO BE HELD ON 06 OCTOBER 2026, Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

Pre-employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.