Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant who thrives as part of a supportive team and is committed to contributing to the safe and effective running of our school environment. In return, we offer an excellent working environment, opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in similar roles across the Trust and a strong commitment to your ongoing professional and personal development. You will find us to be supportive, responsive and caring and we are always open to discussing flexible working opportunities with prospective candidates before or during the interview process. This is a permanent position with opportunities for either full time and part time working. The salary will be paid on a pro rata basis, depending on the agreed working hours, which will be discussed at the interview stage. SCHOOL OVERVIEW Bradon Forest School is a well-respected and popular 11- 16 comprehensive and our catchment area accepts students from rural and urban communities. The school is well situated just north of the M4 (J16) within easy travelling distance of Bristol, Bath and Swindon and on the edge of the Cotswolds. The Athelstan Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust formed in 2015 currently consisting of six secondary schools and four primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire. All our schools share a deep commitment to delivering an excellent comprehensive education to all the students in the Trust.  WHAT WE OFFER:  Flexible working  The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well-run and respected school Good opportunities for personal and career development Pension Scheme THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:  Previous experience relating to the candidate information pack A proven ability to work on their own initiative A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults The ability to use relevant technology/equipment A can-do attitude A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.  The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview. We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to consider any reasonable adjustments you require so please ask us during your interview.  Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.