Teaching Assistant

Permanent | Term time only – 37 weeks per year
30.5 hours per week
Grade 4, Point 3 – £25,480 FTE
Actual salary: £17,459 per annum
Start date: As soon as possible

Help every student feel supported, confident and able to succeed

Are you patient, positive and passionate about making a genuine difference to young people?

Blenheim High School is looking for two enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our supportive SEND team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them access the curriculum, develop their independence and fulfil their potential.

You will work alongside our SENDCo, Deputy SENDCo and teaching staff to provide practical, academic and emotional support to students, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions.

About the role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support individuals and small groups of students in lessons and through targeted interventions
• Help students access the curriculum by preparing and adapting learning materials
• Provide encouragement, reassurance and appropriate personal or physical support
• Promote students’ confidence, independence and engagement in learning
• Monitor, assess and record students’ progress and the support provided
• Contribute to reviews and discussions about students’ needs and progress
• Liaise with primary schools to gather information supporting students’ transition into Year 7
• Assist with the supervision of students during break and lunchtime, where required
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider SEND team
• Help create a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with young people and is committed to helping them succeed
• Is patient, understanding and calm under pressure
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Works well as part of a team
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills
• Is adaptable, dependable and willing to take a flexible, can-do approach
• Has a positive attitude and a genuine interest in school life
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Experience of working in a school, teaching assistant, nursing, caring or welfare role would be an advantage, as would knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and good ICT skills. However, your attitude, commitment and ability to build positive relationships with students are equally important.

Why join Blenheim?

Blenheim High School is a successful, oversubscribed secondary school with approximately 1,380 students, including more than 190 students in the Sixth Form.

We offer a dynamic and supportive working environment where staff wellbeing is a strategic priority. During our successful November 2024 Ofsted inspection, staff reported that they felt valued and confident that their welfare and workload were taken seriously.

You will join:

• A welcoming and experienced SEND team
• A calm, purposeful and well-resourced school
• A school with high expectations and excellent standards of student behaviour
• A community committed to inclusion and helping every student achieve their potential
• A supportive environment offering relevant training and professional development

Working pattern

Monday to Friday, term time only, for 37 weeks per year.

Normal working hours are 8:15am to 3:15pm, with a 4:15pm finish every other Wednesday for staff training.

How to apply

Please apply through Indeed using Quick Apply or complete the school’s application form.

If applying directly to the school, please include a statement of application outlining your relevant achievements and explaining why you are the right person for the role. Your statement should be no longer than two sides of A4.

Completed application forms should be emailed to:

[email protected]

Closing date: Midday on Friday 2 October 2026
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Blenheim High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake the appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £17,459.00-£25,480.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person