Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£20,605-£23,068
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Swindon, SN25 2PP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

Churchward School is a special school for children and young people (CYP) aged 11-19 years with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or Social Communication Interaction Difficulties (SCID). We are pioneers for both academic and pastoral health.We are in search of a Teaching Assistant who:Is nurturing and empatheticHas a great sense of humourIs adaptable and collaborativePuts the needs of the CYP at the heart of everything they doIf this sounds like you, we’d love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team.What it's like to work at Churchward:"Coming from different settings, I have never felt as supported or valued as a teacher as I do at Churchward. I love working with the staff and students and enjoy coming to work every day. Each day is different, and I like the variety that brings.""I enjoy working at Churchward School because I like to feel that I and my work colleagues are making a difference to the lives of our students. These are students that now have a place to thrive and mix with others who are in some ways like them, they have a sense of belonging and acceptance. No student is the same but all have the same from staff and that is a caring family.""Seeing smiling faces, laughs and enjoyment of being at school is a great achievement for the majority of our students. Knowing that we as staff will try our hardest to give them the best education and support to achieve their goals, aspirations and a way to cope in the wider world. It's a great pleasure to work at Churchward and to call this my family."Churchward School is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofEand mainstream EPs.Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using people @brunel.org.uk or 1793 268820 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.For any internal to Brunel candidates, please contact people @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.Interviews: w/c 05 October 2026Hours: 32.5 hours per weekTraining: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.BenefitsWhether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunitiesBrunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidaysCarefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queriesExcellent pension schemeFree on-site parkingAnnual pay progression opportunitiesContinuous Service date honouredYou are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

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