Graduate Programme Teaching Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Cheltenham Bournside School as a Graduate programme Teaching Assistant. We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within our Special Educational Needs Department, supporting the effective operation of the SEND provision on a day to day basis in school. We are looking for support for our students, with Maths and Science specialisms being desirable.

Teaching Assistants play a vital role in our SEND support and provision as part of the SEND Team which is led by the SENDCO and the SEND Lead Practitioner. Teaching Assistant support students through 1:1 interventions, small group work as well as main classroom support.

This opportunity is specifically aimed at recent graduates who are considering a career in teaching. We are founder members of the Gloucestershire Initial Teacher Education Partnership (GITEP) who are one of the few training institutions rated by OFSTED as "Outstanding" . If appointed we would provide tailored support to help with your application to GITEP and as you take the next step in your career.

The Graduate programme includes in-house training sessions, observational visits to other schools, coaching programme and additional CPD activities depending on your specialist areas. Although starting with us would not imply a firm commitments to train as a teacher, the appointment would be fixed contract which will give you the opportunity to decide whether you would like to make teaching your career.

Early application is recommended.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.