Teaching Assistant

About Great Bedwyn C of E School

Our school is set in the thriving village of Great Bedwyn, surrounded by farmland and sitting on the outskirts of Savernake Forest. Learning together and establishing trusting relationships lie at the heart of everything we do and we are extremely proud of the many and varied achievements of all our children.

We were rated Outstanding by Ofsted in March 2024, demonstrating the excellence running through every aspect of our school.

Our ethos and values are expressed through the motto “Together may we give our children - roots to grow and wings to fly”.

At Great Bedwyn we are proud of our strong Christian values and teach the children to respect and care for each other and those around them in the community. Our only school rule is to Be Kind.

As part of Excalibur Academies Trust, we benefit from shared expertise and strong governance, whilst maintaining our own unique identity, values and deep community focus.

The Role

Great Bedwyn Primary School is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a Fixed Term Contract ending on 31st August 2027, with the possibility of extension/permanency. The role may include providing individual support for a pupil with additional learning needs as well as working with whole class and small groups of children, under the direction of teaching staff, to ensure all pupils make excellent progress and reach their full potential.

We would consider a job share for the right candidate

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Enjoys working with children and values learning and development.
• SEND experience (essential)
• Calm, flexible, organised, and a strong team player.
• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Has prior experience working with children (preferred).
• Coaching and ESMH support experience desirable.
• Maintains integrity, confidentiality, and strong communication skills.

Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.

Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.

Benefits

• Support on Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Supportive colleagues and SLT
• Eager and motivated students
• Excellent Pension Scheme (Teachers & LGPS for support and Shared Services staff)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking & Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Career development opportunities within school and across the Trust
• Flexible Family Friendly Policies

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.