Teaching Assistant

Bream Church of England Primary School, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6JW

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  7 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: TBC

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant (TA) Vacancy 

Job details: 

Job title: Teaching Assistant (TA). 

Salary: Grade 5

Hours: 20 hours per week. Monday to Friday (4 hours per day). 

Contract type: Part-time, fixed-term until 31st August 2027. 

Reporting to: Headteacher.

Location: Bream C of E Primary School in the first instance. The appointment is to Severn Federation Academy Trust and you could be required to work in any school in the Trust. 

Start Date: ASAP.

Are you passionate about nurturing young learners, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally? Do you bring creativity, warmth, and inclusivity to your approach in education?

We are looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join our team, dedicated to achieving the very best outcomes for our pupils.

About Us:

Bream Church of England Primary School is a warm, inclusive community rooted in Christian values, where every child is nurtured to flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. We are proud of our caring ethos and commitment to helping children grow into confident, compassionate individuals. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a safe and inspiring learning environment, guided by values such as Trust, Friendship, Respect, Forgiveness, Courage, and Truthfulness. At Bream C of E, we believe in nurturing the unique strengths and talents of every child—and every team member plays a vital role in that mission.

The Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils in their learning journey.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist in delivering engaging lessons.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support.

• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Support children’s social and emotional development.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, family-like school community.

• Opportunities to collaborate across the Severn Federation Academy Trust.

• Enthusiastic, curious children who love to learn.

• A creative and engaging curriculum.

• High-quality professional development.

• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.

• Access to the latest resources and technology.

• A safe, happy, and caring environment where everyone can flourish.

About You:

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Demonstrates strong numeracy and literacy skills.

• Has a sound understanding of teaching phonics.

• Effectively supports children’s learning and progress.

• Promotes positive behaviour management strategies.

• Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

• Works collaboratively as part of a team.

• Communicates effectively with both children and adults.

• Is committed to the Christian ethos of our school.

How to Apply:

Please complete application form, detailing your experience and suitability for the role,   by 18/09/2026. A job description and person specification will be available on the school’s website.

School Visits:

We’d love to meet you! School visits are strongly encouraged. To book a visit or find out more, contact us at school

Interviews:

Interviews will be held on Monday 21st September 2026.

Join us at Bream Primary School learning together and shaping bright futures.

Severn Federation Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Bream Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 186 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bream Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bream-church-of-england-primary-school

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