CVIS Teaching Assistant 30 hrs Fixed Term

At Churchdown Village Infant School, we are the heart of the community, with relationships at the core of everything we do. We aim to nurture curious, ambitious minds by creating an environment that equips children with the skills, mindset, and opportunities they need to excel academically while enhancing their cultural capital. Our school rules—Ready, Respectful, Safe—emphasise the importance of developing confident, happy individuals who know how to maintain their own and others’ health and safety, both physically and mentally. This vision shapes our behaviours and attitudes, providing us with a strong moral code that is evident as soon as you step through our doors. We pride ourselves on having a passionate and experienced teaching team with expertise across many areas of the curriculum. Our teachers support each other and collaborate to share best practices. A consistent staff presence in the playground and at classroom doors ensures we stay well-connected with the parent community. Our Community Tier Committee aids in the school’s development, and an active PTA group maintains an exciting social and fundraising calendar to further enhance our growing school. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and must ensure that the highest priority is given following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Baring Service and qualification checks. The GLA is an equal opportunities employer.

Teaching Assistant

Churchdown Village Infant School

30 Hours per Week | 38 weeks (Term time only)

Fixed Term until 31 August 2026
Part of Gloucestershire Learning Alliance

Level 3 qualified Salary: Grade 5, £19,709 (per annum)

Churchdown Village Infant School is seeking a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team and support pupils to achieve their full potential. As part of Gloucestershire Learning Alliance, you will work within a collaborative trust that is committed to providing high-quality education, inclusion and opportunity for every child.

What you will be doing

• Providing high-quality in-class support to enable pupils to access learning and make progress.
• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small group interventions to support identified pupils.
• Supporting the development of pupils’ social skills, confidence and independence.
• Providing pastoral and nurture support for vulnerable pupils and those requiring additional emotional support.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping to reduce low-level disruption in the classroom.
• Supporting identified pupils during less structured times, including break and lunch periods, to ensure they feel safe, included and successful.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with, or supporting, young children.
• Builds positive and trusting relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Understands the importance of inclusion and has high expectations for all children.
• Can provide patient, consistent support to pupils with a range of learning and social needs.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Is able to use initiative while following guidance from teachers and school leaders.
• Shares our belief that all pupils, regardless of background or circumstance, can achieve beyond expectations with the right support and guidance.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the application form by 30 October 2026.

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to helping children flourish academically, socially and emotionally, and who share our values of inclusion, ambition and care.

What We Offer

· A warm and welcoming school community

· Excellent professional development and career pathway opportunities

· Collaboration with, and support from, schools across the Trust

· 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support

Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent