Enhanced Learning Provision (ELP) Support Assistant

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7HG

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  18 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  15 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 - £25,185.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary: £17,292 - £17,564 (DOE) pro rata

Enhanced Learning Provision (ELP) Support Assistant job summary

Enhanced Learning Provision (ELP) Support Assistant
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy

Salary: Grade C2-4 - £24,796 - £25,185 (DOE) FTE

Actual Salary: £17,292 - £17,564 (DOE) pro rata

Contract: FTC, Part Time (30 hours) and Term Time only (39 weeks)

Fixed Term Contract until 31st December 2026

Closing date: 12pm Midday, Friday 18th September 2026

Interview Date: TBC
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Overview

We are looking to appoint a proactive and compassionate practitioner to support students within the Academy Enhanced Learning Provision (AELP), working under the direction of the ELP Teacher and Lead Teaching Assistant. The postholder will help students to access learning, develop independence, and participate fully in school life by providing practical classroom and pastoral support.
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why choose us?

Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is a respectful and supportive learning community where high‑quality teaching, positive behaviour and strong relationships are inseparable. We promote a strong growth mindset and welcome professionals committed to continuous improvement.

At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto — Together we Belong, Believe, Become.— guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world‑class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high‑calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

• Free annual flu vaccines
• Discounted gym memberships
• 24/7 counselling helpline
• Annual Wellbeing Day*
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working solutions
• Optional health and fitness schemes*

Financial

• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes*

Career Progression

• Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
• Supportive performance development
• Apprenticeship and training opportunities
• Internal progression pathways
• Recognition and long-service awards

*Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Royal Wootton Bassett Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1714 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Royal Wootton Bassett Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/royal-wootton-bassett-academy

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