Cheltenham Bournside School has a fantastic opportunity to work in Gloucestershire’s largest comprehensive school.

We are an established 11-18 single academy trust with a good reputation (Ofsted ‘Good’ rating 2022), wide catchment, and a strong presence in our community. Our school is consistently oversubscribed with a PAN of 300, and most of our students choose to stay with us for their post-16 study.

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within our Special Educational Needs Department, supporting the effective operation of the SEND provision on a day to day basis in school, with a particular focus on supporting young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions.

Teaching Assistants play a vital role in our SEND support and provision as part of the SEND Team which is led by the SENDCO and the SEND Lead Practitioner. They are fully immersed into our subject departments, working closely with subject leaders/teachers both in the classroom and during departmental meetings to ensure students with SEND make excellent progress. Teaching Assistants support students through 1:1 interventions, small group work as well as main classroom support. Qualified HLTAs are encouraged to apply as well as graduates who are considering a career in teaching.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value and respect diversity across our whole school community. Bournside is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.