Teaching Partner

We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Partner to join our team. We are a two-form entry primary school in the centre of Gloucester.

At Widden Primary School, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Widden Primary School a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.

Aspire, believe and succeed run through all aspects of school life.

The successful candidate will be working with and providing support for pupils of all abilities. This role will involve working closely with the Class Teacher and members of SLT. We look to employ people with a genuine passion for supporting pupils and promoting learning and personal development to enable them to feel fulfilled and succeed to their full potential.

The position will include a combination of lunchtime supervision/support as well as classroom support.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our job’s portal.

Main responsibilities:

• Support the learning and development of children 1:1 or as part of a group
• Ensure the pupils’ needs are met and liaise with staff as appropriate to ensure the pupils are able to make progress with their learning.
• To undertake those activities necessary to foster the intellectual and social development of children and extend the children’s language.
• To actively engage in the delivery of lessons and activities developed by teaching staff.
• Help create a stimulating learning environment e.g. preparation of work and resources.
• Partake in supporting Teachers/SENCO with plans for children with My Plans/EHCP.
• To keep up to date records and attend review meetings when appropriate.
• To monitor individual pupils and report problems and concerns to the class Teacher/SENCO
• Implement learning and behaviour management programmes under the direction of the class teacher or SENCO.
• Promote high standards of considerate behaviour at all times.
• To maintain working knowledge of health and safety issues and good practice in specific learning environments.

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 19th April 2026 at 11.59pm. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.