At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in an inclusive primary school environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Somerset Bridge Primary School, part of Polden Bower Federation.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, supportive staff, and unique employee perks.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to be part of a new, innovative educational provision.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting young learners.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
We are looking for talented teaching assistants who can work as part of a small team from the main Polden Bower School in an inclusive satellite within a mainstream primary school. As a brand new provision, you will be part of the development of this innovative and inclusive provision. We are excited to have a new Satellite at Somerset Bridge School, to provide a small group of children access to specialist teaching alongside inclusion opportunities within a mainstream school.
Working hours will be 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus INSET days). Term time hours of work: Monday 08:45 am - 04:45 pm; Tuesday - Friday 08:45 am to 03:30 pm. Successful candidates will complete 10 days induction and ongoing training with Polden Bower School and will have support from the specialist team from within the special school. Grade 14 & 15 – dependent on experience.
Polden Bower is a 160‑place special school and has the specialist resources needed to meet the needs of our students. State‑of‑the‑art facilities for all the children and young people include a warm‑water pool for physiotherapy, a sports hall, a sensory room, and fully accessible classrooms with the latest teaching technology. This is a very exciting time to be joining a growing Federation. We are working in partnership with The Bridge School, which is the PRU within Bridgwater.
Ideally, successful candidates will have a clean UK driving licence to enable them to travel between the satellite and Polden Bower School to access training and attend meetings as and when required. You will be expected to demonstrate:
- Excellent communication skills
- Resilience, flexibility, empathy and creativity
- An understanding of how children and young people with additional needs learn
- Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
- The ability to build professional, positive and trusting relationships with children, young people and families
In return the school will offer the successful candidate:
- Full induction programme and ongoing professional development
- Supportive staff team
- ‘My staff shop’ benefits which include Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to Occupational Health Service
Enquiries and visits are warmly welcomed; please contact Jo Stamford on 01278 496386 or email HR@poldenbower.org.uk. Age range of students: 4‑19 (the satellite will be for primary aged children only). Polden Bower School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. Following the acceptance of your interview, an online check will be carried out as detailed in the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.
Teaching Assistants- SEND Satellite at Somerset Bridge Primary School in Bridgwater employer: Polden Bower School
Polden Bower School offers a unique opportunity for teaching assistants to be part of an innovative and inclusive satellite provision within Somerset Bridge Primary School. With a strong focus on professional development, supportive staff culture, and state-of-the-art facilities, employees can thrive in a rewarding environment dedicated to the welfare of children with additional needs. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying benefits like a Cycle to Work scheme and access to Occupational Health services.
