Teaching Assistant (Speech and Language)

Palladian Academy Trust, Bath, BA2 5RE

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  30 September 2026

• Closing date

  14 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 3 SCP 5

Teaching Assistant (Speech and Language) job summary

Teaching Assistant (Speech and Language)

Contract:                   Fixed term until 31/08/2027

Pay Grade:                Grade 3 SCP 5 (£25,583 FTE)

Hours Available:       19.5 over 3 days

Term time only working 38.2 weeks including 1 Trust Development Day and 1 INSET.

Salary:                        £11,359 actual 

Location: Across Palladian Academy Trust Primary Schools in Wiltshire

Closing date: 14th October

Interview date: TBC

Palladian Academy Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to help children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

Working across our Wiltshire primary schools, you will play a vital role in supporting children to access learning, participate fully in school life, and achieve their individual potential.

You will work closely with teachers, SENDCos, Speech and Language Therapists, our dedicated Speech and Language HLTA, and the Palladian School Improvement Team to deliver targeted interventions and provide high-quality support.

What we're looking for

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children and helping them find their voice.  The successful applicant will have;

• Experience working with primary-aged children.
• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A patient, nurturing and flexible approach.

Why Join Palladian Academy Trust?

At Palladian Academy Trust, we are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed. You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative team that values professional development, inclusion and excellence in education.

We offer:

• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development.
• A collaborative Trust-wide network of schools and colleagues.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and inclusion. 

Safeguarding Statement

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about helping children develop their communication skills and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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 Palladian Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Palladian Academy Trust website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/palladian-academy-trust

Palladian Academy Trust is a strong Trust based in Bath and Wiltshire that offers education from 4-19. We are proud that our schools serve different communities, some are church schools, some are non-denominational, but together we know we are better placed to ensure our pupils have the best educational experience.

The Trust was established in 2016 and is named after a local landmark, The Palladian Bridge in Prior Park, a symbol of connection and unity.

As a Trust, we know that each of our schools has its own distinctiveness and each one brings different strengths as an equal partner. While we recognise what each school has to offer individually, we also work together at the same time, to maximise the benefits of being part of a larger network and organisation. Being part of a Trust gives our colleagues access to high quality professional development opportunities, gives our pupils the chance to interact with others from different schools and provides challenge and support to Trust and school leaders through effective governance.

We are proud to work in partnership with our Local Authorities of BANES and Wiltshire, our two Dioceses of Bath and Wells and Salisbury as well as other local and regional partners.

Underpinning our vision for education are our values: respect, trust, courage, curiosity. We are a values-driven organisation, committed to our vision to provide excellent and equitable opportunities for all; in our classrooms and beyond!

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