Teaching Assistant

Five Acres High School · Coleford, South West

Teaching Assistant at Five Acres High School, based in Coleford, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Coleford, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
31 Aug 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference d2128b08f0133e93abd75a7fd5a9090429059a8d

About the role

  • A good relevant education to GCSE Level or equivalent
  • Further qualifications or training relevant to the role such as an NVQ level 2 or above TA qualification.
  • Previous experience of working with neuro diverse students.
  • Previous experience of working with students with SEMH needs.
  • Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting.
  • Successful experience of working within a Secondary school/ Education setting
  • Experience of using Information Technology to support students in the classroom.
  • Knowledge and experience of supporting SEN students in a mainstream classroom environment
  • Knowledge of strategies to recognise and reward efforts and achievements along with the ability to encourage students to become self-reliant and independent learners.
  • Knowledge of SEND.
  • Knowledge of behaviour management strategies
  • Good interpersonal skills with both adults and children.
  • Be dependable, able to follow instructions and respond to management directions.
  • Have good working ICT knowledge.
  • Have a willingness to extend skills through appropriate training
  • A passion and desire to drive things forward.
  • Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
  • High levels of professional integrity, energy and enthusiasm.
  • Flexibility to undertake any role within the department.
  • Commitment to high standards and expectations.
  • An ability to quickly adapt to changes

Reference: d2128b08f0133e93abd75a7fd5a9090429059a8d · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 31 Aug 2026 · Listed via Five Acres High School

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