Teaching Assistant - Cirencester Kingshill School
Cirencester
Grade Actual £16,535 - £19,070/FTE £24,796 - £28,598 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (28.75 hours)
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 13/04/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date A.S.A.P.
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (Qualified and Unqualified) to join our SEN department, supporting students with a range of additional needs both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. You will work closely with teaching staff to promote independence, remove barriers to learning, and help students thrive academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
• Support SEND students in lessons and small group activities
• Assist with the delivery of evidence based interventions
• Provide feedback on student progress and needs
• Help maintain an organised and inclusive learning environment
• Contribute to wider school duties and support students during social times
The Ideal Candidate
• Positive, proactive, and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting young people
• Strong communication skills and good levels of literacy and numeracy
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working with young people (in any setting)
• Knowledge of SEND or experience in schools is beneficial but not essential
• NVQ, Supporting Teaching and Learning (Level3) or equivalent (for Qualified TA positions only)
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including those considering a future career in teaching. If you're passionate about helping students succeed and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to receive your application.
Hours of Work:
28 hours and 45 minutes per week at the following times: 9.00am – 3.10pm, Monday – Friday
The above hours include a 20-minute paid break (if working more than 4 hours per day) and a 25-minute unpaid lunch break, to be taken at times agreed with the Line Manager
Fixed-term contracts until 31st August 2026
Salary:
Unqualified:
Grade D point 3 – 6 FTE £24,796 – £25,989 pro rata
Actual salary per annum is £16,535 - £17,330 pro rata
Qualified:
Grade F point 6 – 12 FTE £25,989 – £28,598 pro rata
Actual salary per annum is £17,330 - £19,070 pro rata
Closing date for applications:
9.00am – Monday 13th April 2026 (we reserve the right to close applications early as this position is urgent, for this reason we urge interested applicants to apply as soon as possible).
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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