Teaching Assistant Secondary age range (Gildredge House)

Salary: 24796 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: 35 hours per week full-time term-time only (43.2 weeks paid per year including holiday pay). 08:00am - 16:00pm Monday to Friday (including a 1-hour unpaid break each day)

Closing date: 09:00am 04 February 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 09 February 2026

How to apply: If you are interested in the position please download the Application Pack on our website. Please complete the Application for Employment and return to by 09:00am on the date indicated on the website: to contact if you have a query: Sue Evans or call ext 2050

We are delighted that you are considering applying for the post of Teaching Assistant. This post would also suit applicants who are considering a future career in teaching and we would be very glad to hear from you.

START DATE: As soon as possible following pre-employment checks.

• Do you want to be part of a school where your contribution is valued and celebrated
• Would you like to support children with high aspirations who are keen to learn
• Do you want to join a staff team that is diverse collegiate and respected

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of Teaching Assistant in our Secondary phase for our 4-16 free school. The ideal candidate will be experienced in working with young children with ASD and have a person-centered approach. The general expectation of this role is that you can work on a 1:1 or small group basis supporting the students with their SEMH needs. You will be working within a small team of highly dedicated and flexible staff who understand the need to be flexible in approach so that all children can be successful.

At Gildredge House each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational Teachers and Teaching Assistants in an exciting environment where learning is fun. If you are an imaginative and dynamic practitioner - with the capability of engaging and enthusing all students and the belief that everyone can succeed - we want to hear from you.

As a Teaching Assistant at Gildredge House you will be expected to have the flexibility and skills to work within the department providing appropriate support to the children and staff team in delivering the curriculum.

Gildredge House offers:

• continuity of education for boys and girls aged 4-16
• an expectation of high academic standards
• strong discipline
• excellent pastoral care
• a range of extra-curricular activities
• parent and community involvement

As an employee of the school you would benefit from:

• A two-week break in the Autumn Term allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak season
• A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school.
• Investment into your career development through appropriate regular CPD
• Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced leaders.
• Access to a full employee assistance programme in support of wellbeing
• Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom
• Ample on-site parking
• LGPS Pension Scheme

If you would like to find out more please get in touch. We welcome visits from prospective
candidates by appointment.

Please note: Applications will be screened as they are received and interviews may be offered before the closing date. Early application is therefore advised.

Gildredge House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment with the school are subject to pre-employment checks which will include References Health Right to Work in UK a satisfactory Enhanced DBS with Childrens Barred List check and a Declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2006.

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