Teaching Assistant

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself what makes Burford School such a special place to work - please contact Sarah Evans, HR Manager, to arrange this.

The successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information or an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Mr Bassett, Assistant Headteacher: SENDCo.

Burford School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

As part of the vetting procedures, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This isn't part of the shortlisting process, and there will be a chance to address any issues of concern should it be necessary.

The school requires an enthusiastic, hardworking and positive Teaching Assistant to start in September 2024. The post will involve supporting in a range of classes, principally working on a one-to-one basis with students with EHCP plans. Those appointed should have a good rapport with children and work well within a team. Prior experience, although advantageous, is not necessary, as a full training programme is available. Flexible start / end times may also be available.

Burford is an oversubscribed school situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. This is an excellent school, with a superb environment for learning and a priority given to teacher development. Our aim is to recruit colleagues who will be stimulated by the prospect of working hard to share in our success.

Additional Staff Benefits

• Supportive continuous professional development and growth opportunities


• Health and wellbeing support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and a subsidised Healthcare Plan


• Local Government Pension scheme membership


• The school is located within a short walk of a picturesque Cotswold town


As we are a heavily oversubscribed school, children of staff have priority for admission to Burford School.⃰