Teaching Assistant
Bradon Forest School · Swindon, South West
Teaching Assistant at Bradon Forest School, based in Swindon, South West. This is a part-time role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Swindon, South West
- Contract
- Part-time
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Closes
- 25 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
Reference 87603a45b64b65f2e525282302fd5eccd6a7b137
About the role
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.
Reference: 87603a45b64b65f2e525282302fd5eccd6a7b137 · Posted 6 hours ago · Closes 25 Sep 2026 · Listed via Bradon Forest School
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