Teaching Assistant - The Cotswold School

Grade From Grade 3, point 4 of the NJC LocalGovernment Pay Scale Grade 3, point 4 (£26,016 FTE) to Grade 5, point 14 (£30,515 FTE.)
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (32.50 hours)
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 09/11/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date A.S.A.P.
Role: Teaching Assistant
Reports to: Headteacher, Governors, SENDCO
Contract: Full Time, and Part-time Available Term Time Only (core hours - 8.30am - 3.30pm)
Pay (depending on qualifications & experience): From Grade 3, point 4 of the NJC Local Government Pay Scale Grade 3, point 4 (£26,016 FTE)
to Grade 5, point 14 (£30,515 FTE.)
Closing Date: Monday 9th November, 9am (we reserve the right to interview candidates before the deadline and encourage early applications)

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with a flexible attitude to support the inclusion of students at KS3-5.
The Teaching Assistant position will be working mainly in the classroom alongside the teacher and also supporting pupils during break and lunchtimes. Supporting a small number of students who require intimate care, including acting as the second member of staff where required in line with safeguarding and care procedure.
An interest in and experience of working with young people with associated conditions of autism, social and emotional needs, cognitive and learning needs as well as physical needs would be helpful. Experience working within a school environment would be an advantage.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
·The ability to work as part of a team to contribute to the quality of teaching and learning whilst supporting our students
·To work with students individually or as part of a group and encourage interaction with others
·Report back to teaching staff any issues or concerns with students and/or resources
·To set challenging expectations to promote self- esteem and independence
·A good communicator and team player

WE CAN OFFER YOU:
·The opportunity to be part of a dedicated team within a caring school environment
·Opportunities to develop your career
·Option to join a pension scheme with generous employee discount
·Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme & Cycle to Work scheme
·A commitment to staff wellbeing
·Free onsite parking including electric car charging points
·Free annual flu vaccination
The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children safe in Education(KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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