Teaching Assistant - Term 6 only
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join the team at Bristol Free School to support us during Term 6 (3rd June - 19th July). As part of our commitment to be ambitious for all members of our school community, this post is designed to help to undertake work, care and support programmes to facilitate learning of students by assisting teachers in enabling students to access the curriculum.
We are looking for an inspirational and motivated individual who is committed to ‘Bringing out the Best’ in every student and working in an environment where young people of all backgrounds are supported and encouraged to succeed.
BFS is part of Russell Education Trust, a multi academy trust comprising of 5 secondary schools spread across South England, facilitating best practice and shared practice across the schools, blended with local partnership working. We are looking for someone who is committed to our school values of community, ambition and opportunity for all. BFS is an inclusive environment where support staff are highly valued and integral to our school community. Support staff at BFS always have young people’s best interests at heart. Central to our ethos are the positive relationships and personalised approach which we take with all our students. As a member of the BFS support staff team, you will be encouraged to be pro-active, take the initiative and look for ways in which you can better serve students through your role.
We offer flexible and family friendly policies, free flu jab, car parking, employee assistance programme, local government pension scheme, career development & continuous professional development opportunities.
The role is full-time during Term 6 only (37 hours per week). Please see the attached recruitment pack for further information.
BFS celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
The postholder will be required to undergo criminal, teacher status, qualification, medical and reference checks as part of the recruitment process and must be willing to participate in further training as the job requires. All staff are expected to take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students at the School.
We are completely committed to safeguarding the welfare of our students. Those who work for us are expected to share this commitment, which will be fully tested as part of the selection process. Our policies, procedures and practices reflect our commitment to equality and diversity. Individuals will be selected for appointment based purely on their suitability for the post.