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School: Ansford Academy

Location: Maggs Lane, Castle Cary, Somerset BA7 7JJ

Location: Maggs Lane, Castle Cary, Somerset BA7 7JJ

School: Ansford Academy , Model.VacancyDetailsModel.SchoolName, Model.VacancyDetailsModel.SchoolName)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Part Time

Salary: Scale 3 - From £13.70 per hour (actual £15,955 pa)

Hours: Part Time

Posted: 3rd November 2026

Posted: 3rd November 2026

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Expires: 23rd November 2026 09:00 AM

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Job ID: 1582243

Join Our Team at Ansford Academy!

Senior Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 – £13.70 per hour

Hours: 26 hours per week (flexible working patterns available, e.g., 4 days or 5 mornings)

Term Time: 39 working weeks per year (44.6 paid weeks)

Start Date: ASAP

Looking to Start or Grow Your Career in Education?

Are you passionate about supporting young people and keen to build a fulfilling career in special educational needs and student support?

At Ansford Academy, we are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Senior Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. Whether you already have experience or are eager to train and gain professional qualifications in education, we offer a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can truly thrive.

Why Join Ansford Academy?

Comprehensive Training & Professional Development: We actively support and fund our staff to gain formal qualifications, including:

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning

ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) training

Specialized SEND support certifications

Welcoming & Inclusive Culture: Guided by our core values of Aspire, Respect, Engage, we foster a friendly, collaborative environment where every staff member is valued.

Flexible Work Patterns: 26 hours per week with adaptable hours by agreement (e.g., 8:45 AM – 3:45 PM over 4 days, or spread across 5 mornings).

About the Role

As a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will:

Work collaboratively with teachers, senior staff, and small groups/individual pupils to support learning and access.

Help students build confidence, independent learning skills, and personal growth.

Have opportunities to lead specific initiatives within the department (such as ELSA or EBSA interventions).

Act as a role model and key advocate for student well-being and inclusion.

Who We Are Looking For

At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications), including Maths and English.

A genuine liking for young people and a desire to make a positive impact in their lives.

Strong communication, planning, and teamwork skills.

An interest in learning, training, and professional growth in educational support.

Ansford Academy and Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and head teachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. An Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required from the successful candidate.This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion. We are also committed to the protection and safety of students. We expect all adults who work at the Academy to take full responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students at this Academy.

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