Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Tewkesbury

Deliver targeted, specialist support to individuals and small groups, enabling students to access learning, remain engaged and make measurable progress. Implement and adapt planned learning activities and intervention programmes in collaboration with teaching staff. Monitor, assess, record and report on student progress, contributing to individual education plans and targeted support. Work closely with teachers, SENCo/INCo, pastoral teams and external professionals to ensure inclusive and effective provision. Use developed behaviour management strategies to support students with additional or complex needs. Produce and adapt learning resources to meet individual student needs. Provide cover for small groups or classes where appropriate training or experience has been provided. Contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive environment, upholding safeguarding, confidentiality and equality at all times. Support or mentor less experienced colleagues where required.

You will be committed to high expectations and improving outcomes for all students in a secondary school setting. You will be passionate about inclusion and improving the life chances of children and young people. You will demonstrate resilience, emotional intelligence and professionalism in a dynamic school environment. You will value feedback and be committed to continuous professional development. You will work collaboratively to support the wider success of the school community.

Required skills and experience:

• A strong understanding of the teaching assistant role and how to effectively support learning and behaviour.
• Experience supporting students one‑to‑one and in small groups, including those with SEND or additional needs.
• Good planning, organisation and communication skills, including empathy and active listening.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent).
• A relevant Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), or a commitment to undertake further training.
• A clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of all students.

Tewkesbury Academy is an exciting place to learn and work within Gloucestershire with a student body of more than 1,000 and upwards of 150 colleagues. We serve the distinctive town of Tewkesbury and surrounding villages, with its renowned historical, musical and ecological festivals each year. The sense of community and connectedness is strong at the academy, as is support from the wider business community, and this is reflected in the plethora of personal development opportunities at the school. Being ready, respectful and responsible is a key tenet of life at Tewkesbury Academy, where we provide a calm and supportive environment and expect commitment and hard work from students and staff alike to ensure that they feel supported and challenged to produce their best.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in‑role/wider‑trust development opportunities.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

• Closing Date: 05 February 2026 @ 11.59pm
• Shortlisting date: 06 February 2026
• Interviews: 12 February 2026

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form. Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist. We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.