Teaching Assistant

Kingsbury Green Academy

Salary: Grade E £25,989-£26,824 (DOE) FTE

Actual Salary: £16,614 - £17,148. (DOE) pro rata

Contract: Part Time and Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08.30-15.00 (to include an unpaid 20-minute break and 40- minute lunchbreak)

Closing date: 08.00 am Friday 13^th March 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 18^th March 2026

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview

Kingsbury Green Academy have an exciting opening for a positive and committed Teaching Assistant:

The main job duties include, but are not limited to:

·         To offer support for students with SEND

·         To work collaboratively with teachers to ensure students who have SEND are appropriately support.

·         Contribute to the development and delivery of the curriculum, to support students with SEND,

·         Be an effective member of the school community, contributing to all

 aspects of support within school.

As a successful candidate you will have: 

·         Good level of literacy and numeracy

·         5 GCSE’s including grade 4/C in English and Maths

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Why Choose us?
Kingsbury Green Academy, judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in every category when inspected in April 2022, is part of the successful Ascend Learning Trust.  We are an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 years Academy situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Calne in Wiltshire. 

As an employee of the Ascend Learning Trust, you will also receive many employee benefits as we work together to provide Excellence in Education. 

What we offer:

The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and contribute to shaping the future of education.

The Trusts commitment to staff wellbeing including acknowledgement and appreciation through reward and recognition.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes work-life balance.

Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and other resources to support overall well-being.

A commitment to fostering a culture of trust, respect, and empowerment.

Opportunities for CDP and career progression within a supportive and ambitious trust through mentorship and coaching.

Comprehensive support for Early Career Teachers (ECT) to ensure a successful start to their careers.

Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions

Onsite parking facilities.

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

At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.

Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearning.org.uk

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

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. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Please note: Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2023 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.