Teaching Assistant

School Greatfield Park Primary School
Address Hulbert Crescent, Up Hatherley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
GL51 3FZ

Post Title (Subject) Teaching Assistant
Grade Grade 5 (pts 11-14) £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (27 hours)
Contract Fixed Term Contract (Until 31/08/2026)
Interview Date: 03/12/2025
Start Date A.S.A.P.

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and committed individual with a real passion for helping children to learn and thrive?

Greatfield Park is a single form entry primary school in Hatherley, Cheltenham. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and help us continue to provide the very best learning opportunities for our children.

We are looking for someone who:
• Will support our school vision and values as part of our well-established team;
• Can inspire and encourage children to achieve their very best;
• Can build positive relationships with children, families and staff;
• Is an excellent communicator, flexible and well-organised;
• Can use positive behaviour management strategies in line with our school policy;
• Can provide learning and care support for individuals and groups of children, including those with special educational needs (SEND) or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

In return, we can offer you:
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn;
• An exciting and ambitious curriculum that we are very proud of;
• A welcoming and experienced staff team;
• Supportive and engaged families and governors;
• Opportunities for professional development to grow your skills and experience.

If you’re ready to make a real difference and ‘learn and thrive’ with us, in The Greatfield Park Way, we’d love to hear from you.

We warmly welcome you to visit the school. Please call the school office on 01242 523301 to arrange a visit.

Please complete a GCC application form available on our website and either email to sbm@greatfieldpark.gloucs.sch.uk or send a paper copy into school.

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.

To apply, see details to the right of this advert by clicking on 'Website'