1-1Teaching Assistant - FTC

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work closely with some of our students on a 1-1 basis to support their learning, assist with classroom activities and help implement their personal EHCP.

Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 - 17 set in its own 60-acre site with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities which are fully utilised in the delivery of the curriculum to over 320 students of which 130 are boarders., Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

This role is on a fixed term basis until July 2025.

The primary role of the teaching assistant is to work with teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils while also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.

The ideal candidate for this role will want to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your position within these.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated team and to play a key role in the further development of this provision at our inclusive academy.

Our employees benefit from a generous local government pension scheme plus an Employee Rewards scheme - High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Thursday 17th October 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don't feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.