Teaching Assistant

English Bicknor Church of England Primary School, Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 7PG

3 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 May 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, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Combined Grade 5 and Grade 2

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant (TA) Vacancy

Job details:

Job title: Teaching Assistant (TA)

Salary: Combined Grade 5 (starting point 11) and Grade 2 (starting point 2)

Hours: 19 hours on Grade 5 and 6.25 hours on Grade 2

Contract type: Fixed term until 31/08/2027

Reporting to: Executive Headteacher

Location: English Bicknor C of E Primary School in the first instance. This is an appointment to the Trust and you could be required to work in any school in the Trust

Start Date: 1st September 2026

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:

English Bicknor C of E Primary School is a small, welcoming school that values inclusivity, creativity, and a strong sense of community. Committed to providing high-quality education, we foster a caring and supportive atmosphere where every child can flourish. As proud members of the Severn Federation Academy Trust, we work collaboratively to inspire and nurture young minds in safe and inclusive learning environments.

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.

School Visits:

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

Interviews:

Interviews will be held on Friday 19th June 2026.

Join us in shaping young minds and making a difference in our wonderful school community!

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 English Bicknor Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 42 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: English Bicknor Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/english-bicknor-church-of-england-primary-school

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