Teaching Assistant at Lawn Manor Academy

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/LMA/52211

Location: Salcombe Grove, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 1ER

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £24,796.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)

Hours Per Week: 30

Weeks Per Year: 39

Closing Date: Midnight, Sun 4th Oct, 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): Week Commencing 5th October 2026

About this Role

Teaching Assistant
Lawn Manor Academy

Salary: NJC C3 £24,796 FTE - D6 £25,989 FTE
Actual Salary: £17,292.89 - £18,124.90 (Depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent

Working Weeks: 39 Weeks

Paid Weeks: 44.85

Working hours: 30 hours per week.

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

08.30-15.30

(20 min unpaid break and 40 min unpaid lunch)

Closing date: Midnight 4th October 2026

Interview Date: Week Commencing 5th October 2026

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview

Lawn Manor Academy are looking to appoint a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. Our Teaching Assistants help support both Teachers and Pupils in fostering a positive and effective learning experience.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why choose us?

Lawn Manor Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is an inclusive, all-ability school where high expectations and strong pastoral support help every pupil reach their potential. We offer a broad curriculum, excellent facilities, and a personalised approach that supports pupils to thrive academically and grow into confident, responsible citizens.

At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto - Together we Belong, Believe, Become. - guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication, and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity, and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

What We Offer

Health & Wellbeing

Free annual flu vaccines
Discounted gym memberships
24/7 counselling helpline
Annual Wellbeing Day
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible working solutions
Optional health and fitness schemes

Financial

Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes

Career Progression

Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
Supportive performance development
Apprenticeship and training opportunities
Internal progression pathways
Recognition and long-service awards

Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments to support your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or [email protected]

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding Statement

Lawn Manor Academy, as part of Ascend Learning Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2026 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

Free annual flu vaccines
Discounted gym memberships
24/7 counselling helpline
Annual Wellbeing Day
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible working solutions
Optional health and fitness schemes
Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
Supportive performance development
Apprenticeship and training opportunities
Internal progression pathways
Recognition and long-service awards
Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.

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