Teaching Assistant

We are looking to appoint a professional and thoughtful Teaching Assistant to join our well-established SEND Department. The successful candidate will provide support for our SEND pupils. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of working with pupils who have a diagnosis of ASD, PDA or ODD. You will assist these pupils in lessons and, were required, assist with moving around the school. Teaching Assistants are highly valued at the school in supporting our pupils to realise their full potential.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate effective, clear communication with pupils and adults alike, excellent literacy and organisational skills, the ability to enthuse and motivate pupils at all levels and a drive to improve future opportunities available to our pupils. This role would suit a graduate who wishes to gain in-school experience prior to undertaking teacher training as well as those who would like to pursue a career as a Teaching Assistant.

Why join us:

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated team.
• Gain valuable in-school experience, ideal for those considering teacher training.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with SEND.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Well established behaviour management systems, pupils feel valued and supported and able to learn.
• Opportunity to take advantage of Benenden Healthcare at a discounted rate.
• Salary Sacrifice schemes for: Electric Cars and Cycle to work.
• Long service awards
• A 24/7 employee assistance programme which provides counselling and support / advice on a wide array of areas

Glenthorne High School is part of the Willow Learning Trust and is a National Teaching School with a specialism in the arts. The school is a mixed comprehensive academy with over 1700 pupils. This is a genuine opportunity to join a popular school and become an integral part of the academy's continuing success.

The Willow Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to protecting our pupils and staff and therefore have a rigorous recruitment process which includes assessing candidates’ suitability to work with children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Note the Trust will undertake an online check on shortlisted candidates and expect the successful candidate to hold an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Closing date: 11.59 pm, Sunday 27th September 2026

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.